For sponsored agreements, intellectual property management, and other collaborative arrangements, there are designated ISU signatories who are responsible for compliance. The two offices work together on these agreements. The PI's signature provides an acknowledgement that the PI has accepted the terms and conditions of the agreement and approves the scope of work. The terms and conditions include the terms of confidentiality, material transfer, reporting obligations, payment structures, etc. For some agreements, even more signatures are required.
Procedures differ greatly between colleges and departments.
These offices should be consulted to determine the appropriate signatures. The Sponsor will also have an authorized signatory to the agreement. Usually, the authorized signatory is not the technical contact for the agreement but will sign in addition to the authorized signatory.