Research Training
Supporting Research, Together
We support Research Administration, our stakeholders, and the Emory Research Community by providing research education and opportunities for professional development in research administration.
Up and Coming Events
Learn more about and register for upcoming events below.
When: Wednesday, April 16, 2025 (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM ET)
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Description: Research Grants and Contracts invites you to join the next Post Award Administration Quarterly meeting on Wednesday, April 16th 2025 at 2:00PM.
Audience: Post-award community
Presenters: Edwin Bemmel, Kelly Moore, Dena Reinoso, Amanda Riley, Tricia Callahan, Insight Team
ORA Continuing Education Contact Hours: 2.00
When: Friday, April 18, 2025 (12:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET)
Registration Link: NYU RAD Series Registration
Description: The session is intended to elevate the collective awareness of research compliance
and regulatory risks from across the nation, while leaving the session better prepared to have
conversations within their institution to build capacity and/or preventive next steps. Attendees
will: a) gain an understanding of the current regulatory environment; b) explore known and
hidden research risks at institutions of higher education; c) review recent case studies of
non-compliance, including potential practical and preventive solutions.
Audience: ORA and Research Administrative Staff
ORA Continuing Education Contact Hours: 2.00
When: Tuesday, April 22, 2025 (2:30 PM - 3:15 PM ET)
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Description: This session will delve into the integration of M365 Copilot with OneDrive, Outlook, and Teams Meetings. Participants will learn how to streamline their document management, communication, and meeting workflows using Copilot's advanced features.
Audience:Staff interested in learning how to maximize productivity using M365 Copilot
Prerequisite: Must have an M365 Copilot license
ORA Continuing Education Contact Hours: 0.75
When: Wednesday, April 23, 2025 (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM ET)
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Learning Objectives:
- Identify and resolve common SciENcv problems.
- Apply best practices for maintaining data accuracy and integrity.
- Analyze key concepts and implement best practices through hands-on practice and feedback.
- Evaluate and address any remaining questions or concerns.
Audience: For SciENcv delegates, and anyone involved in managing research documentation in SciENcv.
ORA Continuing Education Contact Hours: 1.00
When: Tuesday, April 29, 2025 (3:30 PM - 4:15 PM ET)
Registration Link (You MUST be logged into Brainer for the link to work): https://emory.brainier.com/#/object/3459
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Description: In the final session, we will focus on the application of M365 Copilot within Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Participants will gain insights into how Copilot can transform their data analysis, document creation, and presentation design processes.
Audience:Staff interested in learning how to maximize productivity using M365 Copilot
Prerequisite: Must have an M365 Copilot license
ORA Continuing Education Contact Hours: 0.75
When: Tuesday, May 1, 2025 (3:30 PM - 4:15 PM ET)
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Description: Join us for an interactive Q & A session where participants can ask questions about the use of MS365 Copilot. This session is designed to provide clarity and address any queries you may have regarding the functionalities, best practices, and advanced features of Copilot. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced user, this session will help you get the most out of your Copilot experience.
Audience:Staff interested in learning how to maximize productivity using M365 Copilot
Prerequisite: Must have an M365 Copilot license
ORA Continuing Education Contact Hours: 0.75
When: Friday, May 9, 2025 (12:00 PM - 1:30 PM ET)
Registration Link: NYU RAD Series Registration
Description: Now that we are out of the pandemic, this discussion aims to provide the pros and
cons of in-person, hybrid, and remote work and concrete ways for navigating each scenario from
speakers from a diverse perspective.
Audience: ORA and Research Administrative Staff
ORA Continuing Education Contact Hours: 1.50
When: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM ET)
Registration Link (You MUST be logged into Brainer for the link to work): https://emory.brainier.com/#/object/3496
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Learning Objectives:
- Identify potential compliance risks associated with retroactive salary transfers.
- Develop an appropriate justification for a retroactive salary transfer.
- Support the justification with appropriate documentation.
Audience: Research administrators who write or review Retroactive Salary Transfer justifications.
Prerequisites: Attendees should already be approved to do retroactive salary transfer (RSTs) and have experience processing them for their department.
ORA Continuing Education Contact Hours: 1.00
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