Who Does What in Proposal Preparation & Submission?

Responsibilities of the Principal Investigator
The Principal Investigator (PI) is responsible for the proper technical conduct of the research effort; compliance with the terms and conditions of the sponsored agreement; management of project funds within the approved budget; timely completion and submission of required technical reports; retention of all documents relating to the science and administration of the research according to contract and award guidelines; and for complying with the policies and procedures contained in Section VI of this proposal guide.
Responsibilities of the Department and College
The PI’s department and college are responsible for approving proposals for submission; supporting the PI in the conduct of the project; and covering any costs incurred beyond the award amount or any expenditures disallowed as a result of an audit.
Responsibilities of the Office of Sponsored Research and Programs
The OSRP office provides administrative services to assist principal investigators in developing and submitting proposals that comply with sponsor and university requirements; negotiates and accepts grant awards, obtains authorized signatures on sponsored agreements and contracts; documents human subjects or animal use approval; and coordinates with grants accountants to establish project accounts.