Research Administration Support

The Research Administration division was created in 2023 under the Research Administration and Finance working group to provide departments and PIs with centralized guidance, expertise, and general administrative support. Working closely with the Office of Finance & Grants Administration, the Business Administration division oversees and provides support for administrative actions and operations including but not limited to:

• HR Actions and Position Creation – Collaborate with department administrative staff and the HR compensation office on position creation, leveling, and promotions. Provide logistical support for onboarding, offboarding, and other HR processes.
• Faculty Actions and Promotions – Assist with faculty appointments, promotions, and onboarding and offboarding processes in partnership with department administrative staff.
• International Scholars Onboarding (ISSO) – Provide guidance and direct support on visa packet preparation and onboarding for international scholars.
• Student Employment and Stipends – Manage student employment and stipends for supported departments.
• Procurement Activities – Facilitate and provide guidance on procurement including capital equipment purchases, purchasing cards, travel cards, and Concur.
• Coordinate Facilities-Related Matters – Manage department-level coordination of space surveys, renovation projects, and other facilities-related needs.
• Protection of Minors (PoM) Compliance – Ensure compliance with Protection of Minors regulations through coordination and oversight.
• Capital Equipment – Maintain records of capital equipment for the medical school and coordinate with BU’s Property Management Office.