Sponsored Program Services

Services We Provide

When using Sponsored Program Services, the assigned URA Post Award Specialist will serve as the faculty member’s point of contact for all post award questions and needs. This support will include, but is not limited to:
New Award Setup 
 Facilitate set up of accounts for new awards, including award notice review, spending plan preparation/execution, issuance of subawards and other tertiary agreements. 
Transaction Support
  • Set up payroll and other recurring transactions
  • Set up research staff in relevant procurement systems
  • Review and approve transactions for compliance with university/sponsor policies and availability of funds
Financial Management
  • Prepare monthly forecast sheets that summarize a faculty member’s financial position track spending per account, and provide visibility into spending trends/issues
  • Complete monthly reconciliation of transactions posting to accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance
  • Provide financial reports to unit and divisional leadership on sponsored award activity 
  • Provide other reports as needed to suit faculty and unit needs 
Prior Approval Requests
 Prepare and submit prior approval requests to award agencies including no-cost extensions, rebudget requests, effort increase/reduction, change in PI/Senior Personnel, etc.
Reporting and Closeout Support
  • Prepare and submit annual reports, financial or otherwise, during life of award (RPPRs, interim financial reports, etc.)
  • Coordinate award closeout reports with relevant departments on campus (FFR, Final Invention Statement, Property/Equipment) 
  • Ensure that award record is closed timely
  • Work closely with divisional staff/faculty member to avoid/mitigate overdraft or payment issues
Meetings/Communications
 The dedicated post-award specialist will be available to meet with faculty or unit staff as needed to review accounts, answer questions, and provide insight on trends and potential problems. Email and phone communications will be answered promptly. 
 

For an estimate of cost for opting in to Sponsored Program Services, please reach out to our team.

 

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