Below are many frequently asked questions often asked by researchers at Ohio University . All personnel-related questions can be found in the Personnel on Grants section of this handbook. For specific Ohio University numbers and identifiers, see the next section.


Who is the authorized official to sign on behalf of the University?
And, what is the official applicant address?

The Assistant Vice President for Research

Office of Research and Sponsored Programs
Ohio University
104 Research & Technology Center
Athens, Ohio 45701-2979
Phone: 740.593.0378
Fax: 740.593.0379

If the Director of Research and Sponsored Programs is unavailable for signature, the Vice President for Research and Dean of the Graduate College will sign all proposals and/or contracts and agreements.

Who is the fiscal officer for Ohio University?

OHIO 's fiscal officer on grants is:

The Associate Controller
VP Finance and Administration
Ohio University
204 HDL Center
Athens , OH 45701
Phone: 740.593.0860
Fax: 740.593.1903

Is Ohio University a land grant institution?

No, Ohio University is a non-land grant institution.

This information is gathered and reported through the Provost's Office of Institutional Research. The information changes often, so please consult their website at http://www.ohiou.edu/instres/ .

What is OHIO's negotiated indirect cost, F&A rate, or overhead rates?

47.5% for on-campus research
48% for instruction
39% for other sponsored activity

Off-Campus research, instruction, and other sponsored activity is 26%. This rate agreement was effective September 4, 2007 through the US Department of Health and Human Services.

What are OHIO 's fringe benefit rates?

Fringe benefit rates for the 08-09 fiscal year are:
16.102% for faculty and staff
.00652% for students
Health Insurance = $9,614/year

Rates can change annually, especially health insurance. For more information, visit http://www.ohio.edu/finance/bpa/upload/stanbenexp09.xls .

What is OHIO 's Carnegie Designation?

The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching classifies Ohio University as a Doctoral/Research University – Extensive.

In what US Congressional District is Ohio University located?
And, who are its representatives?

6th Congressional District
US House Representative: Charlie Wilson
US Senate Representatives: Sherrod Brown and George Voinovich

In what Ohio House of Representatives District is Ohio University located? And, who is its representative?

78th District, Jimmy Stewart

In what Ohio Senate District is Ohio University located? And, who is its representative?

31st District, Joy Padgett  

What do I do with a check received for a grant or contract?

Please send any contract or original award letter to ORSP, 105 Research & Technology Center , Ohio University, Athens , OH 45701-2979 . Please send them immediately upon receipt, but retain a photocopy for your records.

All checks should be sent or hand delivered to Grant and Contract Accounting, 280 HDL Center, Athens OH 45701 .

How do I get registered in electronic proposal submission systems such as NSF Fastlane and NIH Commons?

Please your designated proposal preparation manager in ORSP. The following information may be required from you in order to register you into a system:

Full Name (First, Middle Initial, Last)
Social Security Number
Email address
Phone number
Fax number (if known)
Department
Highest degree obtained

How do I work with other institutions?

Please have your collaborators refer their research office to ORSP, or provide your pre-award administrator with the contact information for the research office of the participating institutions. In order to include collaborating institution(s) as subcontractors on an Ohio University-led proposal, ORSP requires the following information: detailed budget, in a format consistent with the sponsor format or, in some cases, on the sponsor forms; statement of work detailing tasks or responsibilities of subcontractor(s); letter of participation signed by the authorized institutional official of the institution(s); and any miscellaneous items require by sponsor.  

Do I need to have human/animal subject approval before I submit a proposal?

Please see sponsor guidelines to determine the answer to this question. Most federal agencies (NIH, NSF, etc.) do not require approval at the time of proposal. However, failure to obtain the proper approvals will delay the setup of your award. Please contact the Office of Research Compliance to discuss the approval process as soon as possible.

Can someone help me fill out sponsor forms?

Please contact your pre-award administrator for assistance in locating forms, gathering information for forms, or in completing forms. Some institutional identifiers that may be required on sponsor forms can be obtained online.

What is "cost sharing" or "matching?"

Funds that are pledged by the university or third-party resources towards a particular project. These resources may include cash to purchase supplies or equipment, salaries and benefits of project personnel, and tuition waivers (if applicable). In general, the following items cannot be used as cost sharing: existing equipment, everyday office supplies, office space, faculty summer salary. Please contact your pre-award administrator immediately if you are planning to include cost sharing in a proposal. All cost sharing must be approved by ORSP before submission to the sponsor. Failure to obtain approval may necessitate rejection of awards if cost sharing is deemed inappropriate.

What is the address of OHIO 's Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA)?

Eastern Region Defense Contract Audit Agency
2400 Lake Park Drive, Suite 300
Smyrna, GA, 30080
Phone: 770-319-4400  

What is the address of OHIO 's Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA)?

DCMDE-GY
Area C, Building 30
1725 Van Patton Drive
Wright Patterson Air Force Base, OH, 45433

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