Government Sponsored Programs and Research (GSPAR) provides JCSU's constituents with services that include submitting, negotiating, and accepting awards on behalf of the Authorized Organizational Representative (AOR). Our post-award team focuses on all aspects of award management and closeout.
GSPAR's post-award team assists JCSU faculty and staff with:
Once the award is received, GSPAR staff conducts a Project Start-up process with the PI or project manager to determine any changes since grant application or to update for current situation. This process includes, but not limited to, finalizing the budget; gathering specific information on personnel; and reviewing agency requirements for reporting. Any form necessary for grant implementation is distributed at this time. The project start-up must be conducted prior to authorizing spend-down on the grant funds.
The GSPAR Office is responsible for the establishment, monitoring and financial reporting associated with grants. Post-award staff will work with researchers to ensure all awards, contracts, and expenditures are in compliance with the account purpose and spending restrictions/limitations of Federal, State and private agencies. Services offered by staff include:
The GSPAR Office is responsible for administrative oversight over the following:
