AI for Research Administrators
Emory University is committed to giving research administrators access to the latest generative AI tools. Designed for administrators across Emory's research community, this resource supports confident, responsible use of Emory's AI tools. It outlines what tools have been built, how AI can be applied to research administration work, and how to stay aligned with Emory's data privacy and governance guidelines—no technical background required.
AI Tools for Research Administrators at Emory
The SOT Project Support team is developing AI tools to support Emory’s research administration community. These tools are built for Emory’s research environment, grounded in verified research administration content, and designed to reduce administrative burden while keeping human expertise at the center.
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A custom AI assistant built on ORA’s verified knowledge sources, including policies, award processes, compliance guidance, and related resources.
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Use this secure work version to safely analyze files, draft emails, and brainstorm without risking university data leaks. It gives you advanced AI power while keeping your information completely private and untracked.
Ms CopliotPilot / Exploration
SOT Project Support is exploring how AI agents can automate and streamline multi-step administrative workflows in research administration.
ORA Virtual Assistant and Microsoft Copilot
You already have access to Microsoft Copilot Work — the version you sign into with your Emory email through Microsoft 365. It is not the same tool as the ORA Virtual Assistant. They serve different purposes and work best when used together.
The bottom line: Use both. The ORA VA gives you accurate, ORA-specific answers grounded in verified institutional content. Copilot Work helps you work more efficiently within your own M365 environment. Neither replaces the other — and neither replaces a human ORA expert for high-stakes compliance decisions.
AI Training & Resources
Boost your AI literacy with our curated training opportunities, designed specifically for research administrators. Whether you prefer live workshops or self-paced guides, these resources will have you master tools like Copilot and Emory AI tools for everyday tasks.
Self-Paced Resources
SOT hosts ongoing tech tips and boot camps focused on practical, research administration-specific AI workflows. Access our complete, curated library of past training materials on-demand.
LibraryEmory Continuing Education (ECE)
Dive deeper into AI with Emory Continuing Education. ECE offers specialized courses on the operational, technical, and ethical frameworks required to lead with AI.
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