Research Administration and Compliance
The Office of Research Administration and Compliance seeks to enhance discovery and research at Pittsburg State University by assisting faculty, staff and students in developing research activities, searching for external funding opportunities and assisting with the development and submission of funding proposals. The Office of Research Administration and Compliance also provides research integrity administration including the protection of human research subjects approval process and the investigation of research integrity violations.
For more information regarding research and grants, please contact Cindy Johnson (620) 235-4175, located in 213 Russ Hall.
Grants
Pre-Award
The Office of Research Administration and Compliance (ORAC) collaborates with faculty, staff and college/division Budget Coordinators in proposal development, budget preparation and grant submission.
Post-Award
The post award phase of research administration includes implementing the grant/research contract, monitoring expenses, reporting progress, billing, and completing the closeout process.
Research
Undergraduate Research Coordination
The Office of Research Administration and Compliance (ORAC) assists departments, faculty and staff in developing undergraduate research opportunities for students.
Faculty Research Incentives
Pittsburg State University is committed to research and creative activities. These activities enhance the learning environment for the students and help to distinguish the University as a center of excellence in its disciplines. PSU offers incentives to encourage faculty to engage in research and creative activities.
Protection of Human Research Subjects
The Office of Research Administration and Compliance (ORAC) assists researchers in obtaining approval from the PSU Institutional Review Board for research proposals involving human research subjects.
Research Integrity Administration
The Office of Research Administration and Compliance (ORAC) investigates reports of research integrity violations and completes governmental reporting requirements.
