FAQs
1. When is the Office of Research Support (ORS) open?
Office hours are from 9:00 am to 5:00pm. (May be closed on rare occasions for staff meetings but the drop boxes are available during these times).
2. Where do I obtain grant forms?
Most agencies have application forms on their web sites.
3. What are The New School Facilities & Administration (formerly indirect cost) rates?
Our rates are found on the ORS website. You may also contact researchsupport@newschool.edu.
4. What are the current fringe benefits rates?
The current fringe benefit rates and their calculations are on the ORS website.
5. Who signs for the University as the Authorized Representative?
A number of individuals are authorized to sign. Cheryl Green, Assistant Provost should be listed as the primary Authorized Official for the institution.
6. How can I obtain a project number to start expenditures on my grant?
ORS will establish an account number once we receive a fully signed award document.
7. I need to request a no-cost extension on my grant/contract, who do I speak to?
Please contact postaward@newschool.edu
8. Can I rebudget on my award?
The terms and conditions of the award specify which programmatic and budgetary changes may be made with University approval and which need sponsor approval. In most instances the appropriate terms and conditions will be referenced on the award document. In some cases the terms and conditions will be specifically attached to the award document. In general many non-federal sponsors are more strict in their adherence to approved budgets than Federal sponsors.
9. Do I have to monitor my sponsored projects?
Yes. As Principal Investigator you are responsible for ensuring that only allowable costs related to your project are charged to the sponsored account.
10. Who prepares the financial reports?
ORS will liaise with Grant Accounting, who will prepare all financial reports in the format and frequency required by the sponsor.