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: Friday, July 18, 2025 (12:00 PM - 1:30 PM ET)

Registration Link: NYU RAD Series Registration

Description: This session will highlight current initiatives that COGR is working on and provide an
overview of what’s upcoming on the horizon in the federal regulatory environment. Panelists
will also discuss responses/action items that are occurring right now at universities.

Audience: ORA and Research Administrative Staff

ORA Continuing Education Contact Hours: 1.50

When: Thursday, July 24, 2025 (2:00 PM - 3:30 PM ET)

  • Webinar Time: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM ET
  • "After the Show" Conversation: 3:35 PM - 4:30 PM ET

Registration Link (You MUST be logged into Brainer for the link to work): https://emory.brainier.com/#/object/3922 

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Description: Developing a strong budget justification is critical to the success of the major research proposal, especially one that is for a center, a program, or deals with a more complex project such as a large fabrication. This webinar is designed for the research administrator who needs to enhance their expertise in crafting precise, detailed, complex, compliant, and competitive budget justifications. Attendees will refine their skills and leave with practical tools to strengthen the financial foundation of their proposals.

Audience: Pre-Award Administrators

ORA Continuing Education Contact Hours: 1.50

*Sponsored by the Office of Strategic Optimization & Training*

When: Wednesday, August 13, 2025 (1:00 PM - 4:30 PM ET)

  • Webinar Time: 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM ET

Registration Link (You MUST be logged into Brainer for the link to work): https://emory.brainier.com/#/object/3924

Trouble accessing Brainer? Refer to the Brainer Access job aid

Description: To be successful, contract negotiators must be able understand nuance, evaluate risk, and ultimately finalize agreements as efficiently (and quickly) as possible to facilitate their related activities. However, they must also be able to know which clauses impact, and thus require input from, someone beyond central contracting office personnel. For example, who ultimately is responsible for confirming AAHRPP language? What about when a data provider is requiring that certain technological infrastructure is in place prior to a transfer? This workshop will identify common terms that usually fall within the purview of other institutional departments, as well as the ramifications of agreed-upon language beyond agreement execution.

Audience: Contract Reviewers and Negotiators

ORA Continuing Education Contact Hours: 3.50

*Sponsored by the Office of Strategic Optimization & Training*

When: Friday, August 15, 2025 (12:00 PM - 1:30 PM ET)

Registration Link: NYU RAD Series Registration

Description: This session will discuss the nuances between Leadership and Management in
research administration. The session will cover both theory and pragmatic applications, through
case studies involving real life scenarios.

Audience: ORA and Research Administrative Staff

ORA Continuing Education Contact Hours: 1.50

When: Tuesday, September 9, 2025 (12:00 PM - 1:30 PM ET)

Registration Link: NYU RAD Series Registration

Description: This session will explore the complexities of questioned costs in sponsored
research, featuring real-life examples of how they arise, strategies for successful resolution, and
proactive measures to prevent future occurrences. Attendees will gain practical insights into
navigating compliance challenges while safeguarding institutional integrity and fostering strong
sponsor relationships.

Audience: ORA and Research Administrative Staff

ORA Continuing Education Contact Hours: 1.50


Programs & Resources

RAE Program

Introduction to Research Administration and the grant lifecycle at Emory

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Continuing Education

ORA’s continuing education policy and tracking log

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RACC Study Program

Self-guided study program information

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Learning Library

Links to webinars, recordings, and on-demand learning

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Onboarding Resources

Onboarding resources for managers and new employees

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ARPA-H Resources

ARPA-H program submission and award administration resources

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SciENcv Resources

SciENcv resources for research administrators

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Job Aids

Job aids on topics including, Brainier, EPEX, the Learning Library, SRAi, and Zoom.

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