STAR Workshop 14 – The Research Administrator’s Playbook: Essential Policies & Guidelines – Jun. 18, 2025
Session Description
June 18 2025 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Gain a comprehensive and practical understanding of key University policies and guidelines that affect research administration. This workshop will highlight how, when, and why each policy or guideline influences tasks throughout the research and innovation lifecycle. Whether you are new to research administration or seeking a refresher, this session will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to navigate the regulatory landscape.
Presenters:
- Melodie Buhagiar, Associate Director, Academic Policy & Process, Vice-Provost, Faculty & Academic Life
- Tina Coccia, Director, Partnerships, Division of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation
- Rames Paramsothy, Senior Business Analyst, Financial Services
- Renee Cheng, Senior Procurement Officer, Research Portfolio, Procurement Services
See the STAR program for resources and to learn about past events.
The STAR events are specifically intended for U of T staff administering research, such as business officers, research administrator/facilitators, strategic research officers, finance-related staff, and faculty.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the importance of select policies and how they impact day-to-day tasks in the research & innovation lifecycle.
- Locate these policies and guidelines, identify the appropriate contact, and determine when to ask questions about a specific policy or guideline.
- Apply select policies and guidelines to complete research administrator tasks successfully and identify common pitfalls in their application.
