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Introduction to Fee-For-Service in OSP
| Program: | Research Administration |
| Presenter: | Laura Kingsley, Executive Director Office of Sponsored Programs |
| Workshop Type: | Virtual |
| Date: | 5/20/2026 |
| Time: | 1:00PM - 2:30PM |
The Office of Sponsored Programs has recently expanded its services to include a Fee-For-Service Team. Fee-for-service work is client-initiated and can be provided to external for-profit as well as not-for-profit clients for the benefit of the private and public sectors. This workshop will focus on what constitutes fee-for-service work, how it is different from traditional sponsored projects, and provide resources and tips for those who are interested in participating in fee-for service work.
Research Development at Pitt: A Guide to Funding and Grant Support
| Program: | Research Administration |
| Presenter: | Tobias Rodriguez, Strategic Initiatives Manager Office of the SVC Research |
| Workshop Type: | Virtual |
| Date: | 6/8/2026 |
| Time: | 1:00PM - 2:30PM |
This workshop is designed for faculty and staff interested in advancing their research and scholarship, whether early in career, experienced, or want to be more familiar with supportive resources on campus. The program includes an overview of the funding and Research Development resources and services available at the University. Specific topics include external and internal funding opportunities, limited submissions grants and awards, and tools available to faculty regardless of where they are in their research and scholarship lifecycle.
The Research Concierge Program - An Overview of Resources and Services for Faculty and Research-related Staff
| Program: | Research Administration |
| Presenter: | Kerri Jackson, Associate Director of Strategic Initiatives Christine Barberio, Proposal Editor, Research Concierge Program Stefanie Coburn, Pitt Research Navigator, Research Concierge Program TBD, Proposal Project Manager, Research Concierge Program Office of Sponsored Programs |
| Workshop Type: | Virtual |
| Date: | 5/15/2026 |
| Time: | 10:00AM - 11:30AM |
The Pitt Research Concierge Program is designed to reduce administrative burden on faculty, enhance the competitiveness of research proposals, and expand the scope and reach of research development services to all schools and campuses. In this presentation, you will learn about our current list of resources and services, meet the service providers, and have an opportunity to ask questions.