1. Ensures policies and procedures are being followed and met on a day-to-day basis in accordance with established department guidelines. 2. Advises faculty and administrators seeking external funding for research and other sponsored programs on format, regulatory compliance, submission policies, pre and post award requirements and University, School, Federal and State regulations governing sponsored research. 3. Provides assistance to investigators and department staff in the development of proposals, budgeting, interpretation of sponsor terms and policies and University policies and procedures. 4. Reviews, authorizes, and transmits grant and contract proposals to sponsors; consults with appropriate managerial staff on any exceptions to University policy. 5. Review terms and conditions on