Diane,

You may want to read an article in the _Journal of the Society of Research Administrators_ (Volume 21, Number 1; ?, 1992), authored by J. H. Zar, titled "The University Graduate Studies Officer as the University Research Officer."

Diane Austin wrote:

> I'd be interested in information on the structure of various Sponsored Programs offices.  We are currently set up with separate departments for pre-award and post-award activities.  The post-award area is further divided into an accounting area and a regulatory area.  We feel that this structure can be improved upon, and are considering restructuring.  I'd be interested in how others are structured and what you consider to be the benefits as well as drawbacks to such a structure.  If you can spare the time, I'd appreciate your brief response to the following questions.  Please feel free to respond to me personally, and I will develop a summary to provide to the group.
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> 1) Briefly describe your structure.
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> 2) Title of the person with overall responsibility for the sponsored programs area.
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> 3) Problems encountered related to your structure.
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> 4) Benefits directly related to your structure.
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> Thanks for your help.
>
> Diane Austin, CRA
> Mgr., Research Review/Reg. Affairs
> Marshfield Clinic
> Division of Research
> 1000 N. Oak Avenue
> Marshfield, WI 54449
> Phone:  715-387-9134
> Fax:  715-389-3131
> Email:  xxxxxx@mfldclin.edu

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Steven R. Hoagland, Ph.D.
Associate Director, Research Services & Sponsored Programs
 & Vice Chair, IRB - The University of Akron (OH) 44325-2102
Phone:  330-972-7666 E-mail:  xxxxxx@uakron.edu