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This guide explores the creation of a Department Research Administration Office, addressing key aspects such as staffing strategies (hire vs. inherit), establishing clear unit-specific goals and procedures, and developing efficient communication with faculty and graduate students. It highlights the importance of building relationships with unit heads and central office staff while navigating challenges such as minimal resources and salary limitations. Additionally, it discusses the pros and cons of telecommuting, meetings, and professional development initiatives, offering insights for rewarding and successful department establishment.
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Creating a Department Research Administration Office Vicki Krell, CRA Research Advancement Supervisor College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Dean’s Office Arizona State University MarjTownsend, CRA Research Advancement Manager School of Life Sciences Arizona State University
Create a Structure To staff or not to staff: - Hire? - Inherit?
Training Staff Institution wide - Can be too broad - Identifies goals and procedures Unit specific - Identifies day to day procedures - Outlines expectations and goals
Developing new procedures Electronic vs. paper Telecommute? 1. Pros 2. Cons Meetings 1. Staff 2. Admin/faculty Pre/post award
Relationship building - Communication with faculty and Grad students - Unit heads - Central office staff
Audit process Department forms - Payroll - Effort - Expenditures Reconciliation - working with central staff - Indirect costs - Cost transfers - Close outs
Working with minimal resources Staff - wearing more than one hat Supplies/equipment Professional development Salary limitations - no raises or money available -Non- monitory rewards -Teambuilding exercises
Creating a new department can be: Rewarding Challenging Fun
