Coffee Talks

Coffee Talks

Join us on your afternoon break for a casual conversation with peers to discuss and explore different topics from research administration. Coffee Talks are free for SRAI Full Members.  

  • Coffee Talks are a series of a one-hour virtual discussions.
  • Participants can earn a CEU (1 contact hour of education).
  • Subjects can range from hot topics in research administration to soft skills for the workplace.
SRAI's membership has a diverse roster of folks with many interesting perspectives and backgrounds. 

Let's get together and chat!

For questions, contact Debbie Appler.



Upcoming Coffee Talks

Research Development as a Separate Profession and Function Across Diverse Academic Settings
June 22 | 2:00 pm ET

Research development (RD) has increasingly become a formal function of research administration (RA) across academic institutions. RD includes a variety of activities depending on the institution’s strategic goals, research culture, and available resources, and is implemented in a variety of organizational structures. On the other hand, RA is the term which comprises the continuum of activities, from pre-award to post-award grant administration.

In this coffee talk, we will discuss how RD is viewed across institutions, as a separate profession or a function of RA, and if this view affects how institutions organize and implement RD activities. We will also discuss best practices and some of the challenges and opportunities to putting organizational structures and relationships in place to build collaborations and enhance research capacity. 

Content Level: All Levels


Discussion Leaders:

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Genevieve Clark
Research Facilitator
College of Pharmacy and Nutrition, College of Kinesiology
University of Saskatchewan

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Courtney Hunt, PhD
Program Director
Strategic Initiatives
Houston Methodist Academic Institute

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Katie Pelland
Senior Proposal Development Coordinator
University of Nebraska-Lincoln

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Nicholas Prieur
Research Administration Senior Manager
University of Michigan

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Sharon Wu
Managing Director, Research Support Services (RSS)
Vice President Research & Innovation
The University of British Columbia, Vancouver

 


Moderator: Anita Sharma, Director, Research Services (Acting), Thompson Rivers University

Click here to pre-register by June 21.

Registration is free for SRAI Full Members. You need to register to receive the login information. 

Not an SRAI Member? Review benefits and become a member. 


Submit questions for the Discussion Leaders in advance to Debbie Appler at srawebinars@srainternational.org.

Building Confidence and Self-Worth: A DEI Discussion on Effective Negotiation and Advocacy
September 13 | 2:00 pm ET

This coffee talk will discuss how do you get to the next-step in your career and advocate for salaries, promotions, training or any resources to help with your current/future job. It will explore how people from different backgrounds devalue themselves when not comfortable in places that may not appear inclusive. We will also discuss training opportunities and other options that are designed to motivate you and prepare you to effectively listen and speak so you can promote yourself.

Content Level: All Levels


Discussion Leaders:

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Lyset Castillo
Post-Award Fund Manager
University of California Los Angels

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Marchon Jackson
Assistant Vice President
Sponsored Program Accounting and Compliance
University of Maryland, College Park

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Karen D. Mitchell
Assistant Vice President
Research Administration
Temple University


Moderator: Beverly Morehouse, Senior Sponsored Projects Specialist, Stephen F. Austin State University

Click here to pre-register by September 12.

Registration is free for SRAI Full Members. You need to register to receive the login information. 

Not an SRAI Member? Review benefits and become a member. 


Submit questions for the Discussion Leaders in advance to Debbie Appler at srawebinars@srainternational.org.
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See what others are saying about Coffee Talks!


"Keep up the great work! Loved the interactive questions. Panelists were very adept at keeping the discussion on track and answering questions succinctly."
"I really enjoyed the format of this, and it was more interactive than I expected, which was nice. Great job!"
"I came away with several ideas that will help our office staff. I was happy I took the time to attend. An hour is manageable right now."
"The moderator of the session was exceptional. Exceptional!"