Training program 

The tiered STRIVE program offers training for demonstrated competencies and proficiencies in research administration at three distinct levels.

1. Discovery in Research Administration: introduces participants to the basics of research administration, federal regulations, USC’s policies and processes and the full life cycle of an award, from its creation to management. 

2. Strategic Execution in Research Administration: provides training across central, college and departmental research administration operations for participants to gain hands-on skills in pre-award and post-award responsibilities.

3. Innovation in Research Management: focuses on case studies to address real research administration situations and gives participants the opportunity to problem-solve complex issues at the university, innovate new processes and increase operations efficiency.

Program length: Academic year

Number of in-person sessions: 16 two-hour sessions

 

Mentoring program

STRIVE Mentoring pairs new and experienced research administrators to build a supportive network for mentees and harness the collective expertise of mentors.

Program length: 12 months

Required meetings: Training (mentors)/ orientation (mentees), monthly mentor-mentee meetings, mid-program check-in, final ceremony

 

Networking events

Our networking events offer a university-wide venue for grant colleagues to gather, receive updates and collaborate with other USC research administrators.

Frequency: At least twice a year, in the fall and spring semesters