R.A.I.S.E. Core Series
The R.A.I.S.E. (Research Administration Information Sharing and Education) training program is led by Carnegie Mellon’s own subject matter experts covering a wide variety of research administration topics, as well as the processes and procedures unique to CMU. The R.A.I.S.E. Core Series is not currently being offered. View the R.A.I.S.E. Individual Sessions webpage for stand-alone training information.
Core Curriculum Series
How to Read a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) / Respond to a Request for Proposal (RFP)
Nov. 8, 2023, from 9:30 - 11 a.m. via Zoom
Presenters
- Kristen Jackson, Associate Director, Office of Sponsored Programs
- Kelly Downing, Assistant Director, NREC Contracts and Partnerships
Description
Responding to a Research Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) or Request for Proposal (RFP) requires careful preparation and attention to detail while adhering to inflexible submission deadlines. This session will provide the participant with guidelines to assist in understanding the eligibility requirements, submission requirements, and specific instructions. The session also aims to provide the participant with best practices for cost volume development, formatting guidelines, representations/certifications (including data assertions), exceptions to terms and conditions, and subcontractor documentation/requirements.
Registration
Required via FocusU
Budgeting for Sponsored Research: A CMU-Led Collaborative Proposal to the National Science Foundation
Part 1: Nov. 20, 2023, from 9:30 - 11 a.m. via Zoom
Part 2: Nov. 30, 2023, from 9:30 - 10 a.m. via Zoom
Presenters
- Kelly Widmaier, Knowledge Transfer Manager, SCS Dean’s Office
- Julie Fredericks, Pre-Award Manager, Office of Sponsored Programs
Description
This is a two-part session that will demonstrate the budgeting and application process for a collaborative proposal submission to the National Science Foundation (NSF) with CMU as the lead institution. In addition to budget development, topics include communicating with the PI, the non-lead institution, and OSP, as well as the SPARCS proposal record, the research.gov application, and other documents required for the submission. Attendees will receive a budgeting assignment at the end of Part I. Part II will address any common mistakes found in the assignment and end with an open Q&A.
Registration
Required via FocusU
Contracts for Non-Lawyers: Demystifying Research Related Contracts
Dec. 13, 2023, from 9:30 - 11 a.m. via Zoom
Presenters
- Julia Sobol Dzurino, Associate Director, Office of Sponsored Programs
Description
Contracts are an integral part of research operations. In this session we will provide individuals from various backgrounds with the essential knowledge they need to navigate and understand contracts. This session is tailored specifically for research administrators and others staff who encounter contracts but might find the legal jargon and intricacies overwhelming.
Registration
Required via FocusU
Overview of the Office of Sponsored Programs Agreement Types
Dec. 20, 2023, from 9:30 - 11 a.m. via Zoom
Presenters
- Jaclyn Moldovan, OSP Manager and Senior Contracts Officer, Office of Sponsored Programs
- Chad Talotta, OSP Manager and Senior Contracts Officer, Office of Sponsored Programs
Description
A general overview of the most common agreement types that OSP reviews and negotiates, as well as a brief description and common issues OSP often sees in each.
Registration
Required via FocusU