Must take four.
eRA Tools and Systems
Content Level: Beginner
This session offers an overview of electronic research administration (eRA) systems that assist in locating and submitting to funding. Funding development tools such as Research.gov, Grants.gov, National Institutes of Health (NIH) RePorter, Foundationcenter.org, etc. will be discussed. Common electronic submission systems such as Grants.gov and NSF Fastlane will be overviewed in some detail with additional discussion of other systems such as Proposal Central, NSPRIES, e-Grants, etc. A historical overview of eRA will be provided and system-to-system interfaces will be touched on. Integration of sponsor guidance, representations, and certification will be outlined. Strategies and tips for successful submissions will be provided.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify key features of common electronic proposal submission systems and standard compliance issues relevant to pre-award processes.
- Review expectations of major federal electronic submission programs such as Grants.gov, NSF Fastlane, e-Grants, and Proposal Central.
Prerequisites: None
Finding Funding Opportunities
Content Level: All Levels
The aim of this session is to demystify the identification of funding opportunities by providing tips and techniques as well as an overview of various types of electronic search directories, engines, services and databases. Key considerations such as application due date, funding limitation, eligibility and other restrictions will be covered. Additionally search strategies using a wide range of funding programs, sources and opportunities applicable to specialty are provided. Participants will also review email alert services and the use of social media, particularly twitter streams as an optimal tool in funding development and dissemination of funding trends and opportunities in a global context. Tracking funding trends utilizing agency funding databases, new award reporting and forecasting via research.gov are also outlined. Other approaches to finding funding such as attending professional meetings to connect with program officers as well as interact with peers with similar interest will be discussed.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify funding opportunities utilizing electronic, social media and interpersonal mechanisms.
- Examine best practices in communicating funding opportunities and programs of significance to investigators and interested parties.
Prerequisites: None
Pre-Award Preparation for Post-Award Success
Content Level: Beginner
Winning a grant award requires preparation at many levels, as does the administration of an award. In this session attendees will learn how to guide the investigator through the in-depth planning required for a successful series of proposals. This includes both scientific and practical preparation such as researching sponsor priorities. On the organization level, preparation and management involves a wide range of compliance issues. Attendees will leave the session with resources for planning and managing proposals and awards. This session will be most useful for newcomers to research administration and administrators at smaller institutions.
Learning Objectives:
- Knowledge of the many levels of investigator and institutional compliance.
- A framework for guiding investigators to successful proposal activities.
Prerequisites: None
Award Review and Acceptance
Content Level: Beginner
The pre-award office is responsible for dealing with a variety of issues that arise after proposal submission and lead to acceptance of the award. The pre-award administrator should be able to deal with publication restrictions, intellectual property, indemnification, facilities and administrative costs questions, and know how to address such special situations as international agreements and JIT requirements. The session will identify troublesome clauses and discuss how to determine what to accept and what to reject, and other difficult contract review topics.
Learning Objectives:
- Review different types of award terms and conditions, including Federal Acquisition Regulations and different grants policy manuals.
- Negotiate acceptance of awards.
Prerequisites: None