Support Functions and Programs

The OVPR oversees a variety of functions and programs that support the university's goal of research excellence. In addition, the OVPR works closely with other Tufts areas that support researchers, including the Libraries, Tufts Technology Services, Finance, and Corporate Foundation Relations.

OVPR Research Support

PRE

Central Pre-Award provides mandatory review, approval and submission for sponsored funding.

RA
Office/Function
https://viceprovost.tufts.edu/research-administration
SRD
https://viceprovost.tufts.edu/strategic-research-development
RADE
Office/Function
https://viceprovost.tufts.edu/rad-enterprise

Related Research Support

POST

Post-Award provides financial oversight of all sponsored award activities from set up to closeout, and is part of the Finance Division, office of the Controller.

IS

Information Security provides stewardship and security services that support responsible research & scholarship.

LIB

The Libraries at Tufts provide key support and services to researchers including expert consultations.

RT

Research Technology helps define technology needs and provide innovative IT solutions that support excellence in research.