2022 STAR Workshop Series
Series Description
Rules and regulations governing research and innovation can be numerous, complex, and sometimes difficult to navigate.
In 2015, the Division of the Vice-President, Research and Innovation (VPRI) initiated the STrengthening the Administration of Research (STAR) education and outreach program. The goal of the STAR program provides educational resources that support the University of Toronto’s (U of T’s) research and innovation community in the following.
- Understanding and successfully navigating all steps of the research and innovation life cycles
- Being aware of the distinct roles of the wide range of people carrying out and supporting research and innovation
- Staying current with relevant processes and systems
- Sharing best practices
- Networking with peers and experts
Following the success of the 2021 STAR Workshop series, the online workshop series format is returning for 2022. Join your peers in expanding your knowledge on a range of research administration topics!
Understanding the VPRI: An Overview of the VPRI’s Units & Functions – Jan. 26, 2022
Date: January 26, 2022 @ 1:30 pm
Description:
This orientation session will introduce you to the units and teams of the Division of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation (VPRI) and the research administration services they offer. The session will consist of: • High-level overviews of each unit/team: VPRI’s Chief Administrative Officer, Renee Brost, will present an overview of the VPRI service landscape to help participants understand the ‘big picture’ of existing services. • Focused breakout…
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2022 STAR Workshop #2: Closing Research Funds – Guidance from a Financial Perspective – Mar. 23, 2022
Date: March 23, 2022 @ 1:30 pm
Description:
Join Research Oversight & Compliance Office (ROCO) staff to walk through the key parts of closing research funds from a financial perspective. Presenters will share tips and best practices to set you up for success. Presenters: • Donna Walker, Director, Research Financial Reporting & Audit, ROCO, Division of the Vice-President Research & Innovation (VPRI) • Olga…
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2022 STAR Workshop #3: Advanced Research Procurement – Apr. 6, 2022
Date: April 6, 2022 @ 10:30 am
Description:
Build on your knowledge of research procurementthrough this dive into advanced procurement issues such as payment termsand taxation and exchange rates. Practical case studies will be provided tosupport your mastery of the information provided. Attendees are encouraged to be familiar with basicresearch procurement principles (https://www.procurement.utoronto.ca/programs-and-services/research-procurement) and/or to review the 2021 STAR ResearchProcurement Updates workshop resources…
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2022 STAR Workshop #4 – Networking: Cultivate Your Connections – May 10, 2022
Date: May 10, 2022 @ 10:00 am
Description:
Come and meet your colleagues from across the University at this STAR (STrengthening Administration of Research) virtual networking event. Through guided discussions and small group activities, you will get to share and learn tips and tricks about administering research with peers and cultivate beneficial connections in U of T’s research community. Facilitator: Emi Yano, Training…
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2022 STAR Workshop #5 – My Research Funds: A Full Makeover for MROL & FReD – May 26, 2022
Date: May 26, 2022 @ 10:00 am
Description:
Join staff from the Division of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation (VPRI) for an introduction to the My Research (https://research.utoronto.ca/my-research-system-help-support/project-raise/my-research-funds-mrf-mrol-and-fred-renewal)Funds (MRF) (https://research.utoronto.ca/my-research-system-help-support/project-raise/my-research-funds-mrf-mrol-and-fred-renewal)initiative (https://research.utoronto.ca/my-research-system-help-support/project-raise/my-research-funds-mrf-mrol-and-fred-renewal). Learn how MROL & FReD will be transformed into MRF & UTRAC (University of Toronto Research Account) with a live system demo covering the new & improved features. The workshop includes time for audience…
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