Writing Groups
From time to time, OSP Development hosts agency-specific, small writing groups. Check here often to see if a writing group is open. Resources from previous programs may be found here (link to Toolkits & Templates)
Workshops by Request
OSP Development can present programming on a wide-range of sponsored programs-related topics. Please click here (development@osp.msstate.edu.) if you would like to request a program or workshop. Example topics include the following, however, we are happy to design a program to fit the specific needs of any audience.
- Agency-specific policy updates, priorities, and/or funding opportunities
- Grantsmanship and writing strategies by agency or type
- Communicating with Program Officers
- Team-building and project management for proposal development
- Special sections guidance (preparing supplementary documents)
- Strategic collaboration and capacity building
- Logistics of proposal preparation and submission
Professional Development
The following organizations offer training, resources, credentialing, and support for Research Administration and Development Personnel.
- National Council of University Research Administrators (NCURA) www.ncura.edu
- The Society for Research Administrators International (SRAI) www.srainternational.org
- The National Organization of Research Development Professionals (NORDP) www.nordp.org
- University Industry Demonstration Partnership (UIDP) www.uidp.org
- Federal Demonstration Partnership (FDP) www.thefdp.org
- Research Administrators Certification Council www.racc-cert.org