Office of Research and Sponsored Projects
The Office of Research and Sponsored Projects (ORSP) serves as a central resource to support research and service sponsored programs and projects at New Mexico Highlands University. The office is responsible for pre-award activities such as: endorsing and authorizing proposals; interpreting; negotiating and accepting contracts and grants for project funded by federal and state agencies, foundations and other public and private sources; finding funding opportunities; and assist with proposal writing. ORSP also provides post-award services including, but not limited to: setting up project accounts with the business office; assisting PIs with financial management of projects; resolution accounting problems, approval of requisitions, travel expenses and other obligations requiring signatory authority; monitoring of financial status of projects; and maintaining project records and reports.