Society of Research Administrators International

Don't miss the latest episode of the SRAI Shop Talk Podcast, "Creating Opportunities with an NSF GRANTED Award!" Join us as we chat with Baron Wolf about his recent award supported by the NSF GRANTED initiative, the challenges and success he experienced in the execution of the award, and the wide-ranging benefits it has brought to him and the research administration community.🎙️ Tune in to this invaluable conversation here: https://lnkd.in/eBwG5dcq #ResearchAdministration #SRAIShopTalk

This month, the #CatalystSpotlight continues its study of allowability, allocability, and reasonableness (AAR) by exploring the essential role of internal controls in safeguarding financial resources. Read the latest article to learn how universities can implement effective procedures at both institutional and departmental levels. https://ow.ly/qxeK50UsY5v

SRAI’s 2024 Fall Issue of the Journal of Research Administration is now live! Featuring seven original articles, you can explore the entire publication online today: https://lnkd.in/eYMPa6JJ

We are delighted to celebrate Terry Campbell as one of this year’s Distinguished Faculty! Terry’s dedication to fostering international collaboration and strengthening SRAI’s global focus is truly exceptional. 💬 "I am particularly proud of helping to strengthen the international focus of SRAI programming, whether it be through leadership of Canadian section programming; enhancing the Catalyst content to include topics of international interest; and/or co-developing Annual Meeting sessions with international colleagues. As a wise colleague noted, ‘research administrators around the world have similar roles and challenges; we just have different ecosystems.’ Increased understanding and collaboration amongst research administrators will help support researchers and research teams in the growing international ecosystem." Let’s applaud Terry’s visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to advancing research administration worldwide! 🌍👏 #SRAI #DistinguishedFaculty #GlobalLeadership #CollaborationInResearch #ResearchExcellence

🎉 Congratulations to the 2024 Research Management Specialist (RMS) Certificate earners! Through SRAI's LevelUP modules and mGuides, these research administrators have demonstrated mastery in pre-award, post-award finance, and compliance fundamentals. 👏 Join us in celebrating the 2024 RMS Certificate recipients—your dedication to advancing research administration is truly inspiring! 🏆 https://ow.ly/E6V350UiW2w #ResearchAdministration #LevelUP #SRAI #RMSCertificate

We are honored to recognize Nana Oye Akuffo as one of this year's Distinguised Faculty! Her dedication, passion, and impact on research management are truly inspiring. 💬 "I am always eager to inspire and train my younger colleagues. It gives me such pleasure and pride to see my mentees achieve their goals and become a better version of themselves. I enjoy helping my Institute increase its research portfolio through funding. Most importantly, I am proud of every laurel I have achieved as a research manager, and I am motivated to keep giving my best." Join us in celebrating these remarkable contributions to advancing research administration and mentoring the next generation of leaders! 👏 #SRAI #DistinguishedFaculty #ResearchExcellence #Leadership #MentorshipMatters

Check out one of the featured articles from SRAI’s 2024 Fall Issue of the Journal of Research Administration! Emerging Research Institutions (ERIs) play a critical role in advancing social mobility, workforce development, and regional economic growth. This article examines the impact of a Community of Practice (CoP) on faculty at an ERI, highlighting how the initiative enhanced interdisciplinary research skills, funding readiness, and proposal progression among participants over an academic year. Read the full article here: https://ow.ly/y0S450Uf1k7

Ready to take your career in research administration to the next level? The SRAI Professional Development Framework is your personalized guide to skill enhancement and career advancement. 🌟 Discover Your Path Whether you're just starting out or you're a seasoned professional, our dynamic roadmap provides: 🔹 Clear routes for growth 🔹 Skills benchmarking 🔹 Tailored educational pathways 🌟 Engage and Explore Dive into our interactive graphic display to explore the technical and functional responsibilities that define our profession. Click on any section to access a dynamic roadmap designed just for you! At SRAI, your professional development is our priority. Let’s grow together. 🌱

Meet our new Distinguished Faculty! We are thrilled to recognize Jennifer Woodward as one of the newest Distinguished Faculty! Her bold career pivot and visionary leadership have left an indelible mark on the field of research administration. 💬 "The accomplishment I am most proud of was having the courage in 2002 to pivot from a successful full-time research career to following my interests and passion for higher education leadership and research administration; a decision that positively impacted my career and the field of research administration. I have leveraged my experiences from this unique position to reach beyond my institution to advance the field of research." Join us in celebrating Jennifer’s inspiring contributions and her efforts to shape the future of research administration! 👏 #SRAI #DistinguishedFaculty #LeadershipInResearch #InnovationInResearchAdmin #BridgingTheGap

This season, we’re especially grateful for our incredible community of research administrators who inspire, support, and advance the field every day. Your dedication to fostering innovation and collaboration is what makes our profession so impactful. As we reflect on the year, we’re thankful for: 🍂 The knowledge you share. 🍂 The connections we build together. 🍂 The passion you bring to shaping the future of research administration. From all of us at SRAI, we wish you a warm and joyful season surrounded by friends, family, and gratitude. Thank you for being an essential part of the SRAI family! 💛 #SRAI #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #ResearchAdministration