Sponsored Program Services (SPS) assists faculty with the administration of sponsored program activities to reduce administrative burdens on researchers and department staff. Our goal is to help faculty win more grants and provide comprehensive pre- and post-award services, including:
- Budget development assistance and review
- Proposal review and submission
- Industry contract review and negotiation
- Guidance and consultation on grant-related questions
- Assistance with inter-campus award applications
- Set up of new grant and contract awards and related budgets in UConn’s accounting system
- Assistance with and processing of budget adjustments
- Final financial report preparation
- Proposal preparation and award management support through a shared service program (Faculty Services) to participating Schools and Colleges
- Research administration training, job aids, and support for staff and faculty