Maintains information about funding agencies. Monitors appropriate publications and databases for funding information. Proposal Development and Submission Provides information on and assistance with University policies and procedures. Notifies faculty of new programs, funding priorities, deadline dates, and other relevant agency information. Publishes a bi-monthly newsletter highlighting sponsored project activities.
Assists faculty in developing and editing proposals.
Expedites the submission and mailing of proposals to funding agencies. Negotiates all grants and contracts with sponsors. Arranges for appropriate publicity for awarded projects. Maintains appropriate liaison activities with various federal, state, and private funding agencies to insure availability of current information. Establishes agency contacts for faculty to consult with granting agency personnel.