OSP Weekly 07/20/2023
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Updated Principal Investigator Eligibility (PIE) Policy
The revised policy will allow greater access to those seeking to engage in sponsored program activities, research requiring approval from compliance/ethics boards, and clinical trials. The policy expands PI eligibility and creates a pathway to PI status for collaborators. Please check out the PI website with the new policy and forms. Updates to the policy include:

  • An expansion of the positions/roles that are granted automatic PI status. Under the old policy many researchers had to file for an exemption to receive PI status.
  • For those who do not automatically qualify as a PI, the revised policy clearly identifies the process and forms that need to be completed to request PI status. The exception forms are available on the Division of Research PI website. All forms and attachments must be submitted as one complete pdf file to PIE@unlv.edu.
  • Approval of PI eligibility granted under the exception process is valid in perpetuity until position/title change, separation from UNLV, or as per the indicated expiration date on the PI Eligibility Request Form.
  • Uncompensated community collaborators can now seek PI status through the volunteer individual investigator mechanism.
  • The ultimate decision regarding PI eligibility exceptions resides with the Vice President for Research (or designee in their absence). No other individual on campus is allowed to provide this designation and exceptions may also be revoked by the Vice President for Research at his/her discretion.
Updated Proposal Routing Form

The revised Proposal Routing Form includes the updated F & A rates. This form will continue to be used until the implementation of Cayuse for OSP this fall.
2023 FOA Call for Proposals
Roles & Responsibility Matrixes

Submitting proposals, executing awards, conducting research, and administrating sponsored projects involves many different people and units throughout the University. While there may be some minor variations in processes among departments and colleges, the matrix outlines the general process and identifies the appropriate party that has primary responsibility and secondary, if applicable, for different activities throughout the life cycle of a sponsored award. *This list is not exhaustive and may require additional areas when submitting a proposal or administering an award. 
2023 FOA Call for Proposals
2023 FOA Call for Proposals
SRA International PI Training Intensive
October 12-13, 2023
Seattle, Washington | Hyatt Regency

The Principal Investigator (PI) Training Intensive is a comprehensive day and half workshop designed to equip you with the essential tools and skills for a successful career in research. Led by renowned researchers from across the SRAI (Society of Research Administrators International) network, this workshop will offer you valuable insights and practical knowledge into: 
  • Understanding the responsibilities of a principal investigator
  • Developing competitive grant applications
  • Negotiating effectively with your Institution
  • Employing project management techniques to drive your research projects forward

Throughout the workshop, participants will have ample opportunities to engage in interactive discussions, share experiences, and learn from the expertise of the facilitators and fellow attendees. The workshop fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment, encouraging participants to build networks and form lasting connections within the research community.

Audience: Senior Postdoctoral Fellows, Assistant Professors, and Faculty new to research that are starting to launch their career in research. 
Althea Sheets, Research, Scholarly, and Creative Activities Development Manager, Office of Sponsored Programs, althea.sheets@unlv.edu, 702-895-1880