Helping Universities achieve compliance.

Administration of sponsored research can prove to be a cumbersome process with many pitfalls for the unwary.  Universities constantly strive to ensure that they are in compliance with the myriad of federal regulations applicable to them and to ensure they are following the terms and conditions in their contracts or grant agreements.  Close tabs must also be kept on faculty spending to ensure research funds are being put to proper use.  Universities can face penalties and even loss of the grant / contract itself.  Some of the most common compliance risks facing the educational institutions include:

• Effort Reporting
• Fixed Price Agreements
• Late FSR Submissions
• Recharge Center / Service Billing Rates
• Fixed Price Agreements
• Cost Sharing
• Cost Transfers
• Sub-award and Sub-Recipient Monitoring
• Direct vs. Indirect Cost Charging Practices
• Protection of Human and Animal Research Subjects
• Conflict of Interest

Our professionals have a wealth of experience working with universities and educational institutions.  We work with your university's administration and Principal Investigators to resolve these issues. Our services include:

• Compliance / Risk Assessments
• Pre- and Post-Award Process Evaluation
• Co-Sourced / Outsourced Sponsored Research Audits
• Financial Systems Consulting
• Research Administration Consulting
• Government Audit Assistance
• Compliance Monitoring and Training
• Regulatory Compliance Consulting

Our professionals also assist with forensic investigation, which is a sensitive matter for universities. Our experience allows us to approach each matter individually and apply the right solution for your institution while ensuring that the process causes minimal disturbance in your organization.