Sponsored Research Services

Sponsored Research Services (SRS) advances efficient and superior research administration services across The Texas A&M University System by minimizing administrative burdens, improving communication and delivering outstanding customer service.

Core Functions

  • Provides proposal preparation and submission support ensuring compliance with A&M System policies, state and federal regulations and sponsor-specific terms.
  • Manages contract negotiation to protect the interests of researchers and System members.
  • Establishes and maintains sponsored projects and accounts including award documentation and regulatory summaries.
  • Administers externally-funded programs ensuring compliance throughout the award lifecycle.
  • Oversees sponsored billing, financial reporting and the collection of aged receivables.
  • Conducts external research reporting and data surveys for regulatory and legislative purposes.
  • Develops and maintains MAESTRO, a comprehensive enterprise information system for research administration.

Services

Proposal Support

Assists researchers with proposal preparation, budget development and submission in compliance with regulations.

Contract Negotiation

Reviews and negotiates research agreements to protect researchers and System members.

Award Setup

Establishes projects and accounts while providing guidance on award regulations and requirements.

Project Administration

Provides support for managing financial aspects and compliance throughout the award lifecycle.

Sponsored Billing

Handles invoicing, letter of credit draws and financial reporting.

Research Reporting

Prepares annual reports and surveys including the NSF Higher Education R&D Survey and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Research Report.

MAESTRO System

Maintains a transparent enterprise information system for tracking proposals, contracts and awards.

Initiatives

Efficiency in Research Administration

Enhances workflows and reduces administrative burdens on researchers.

Collaboration and Training

Develops consistent procedures and engages in professional development for stakeholders.

Technology Integration

Leverages MAESTRO to provide transparency and improve data-driven decision-making.

Customer Service Excellence

Focuses on fostering strong relationships and maintaining transparency with all stakeholders.

Leadership

Kristi Billinger

Associate Vice President for Research and Executive Director of Sponsored Research Services Sponsored Research Services Division of Research

Julie Bishop

Associate Executive Director (Texas A&M AgriLife, The Health Science Center, Texas A&M Transportation Institute, Texas A&M University-Tarleton, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, System Offices) Sponsored Research Services Division of Research

James Joyce

Associate Executive Director (Contract Negotiations) Sponsored Research Services Division of Research

Crissy Stratta

Associate Executive Director (Texas A&M University, Texas A&M University-Galveston, Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station, Texas A&M University-Qatar) Sponsored Research Services Division of Research

Additional Contact Information

Address

Sponsored Research Services
400 Harvey Mitchell Parkway, Suite 300
TAMU 3578
College Station, TX 77845

Phone

(979) 862-6777

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