Lean Research Administration
Happy Research Administrators Day
National Research Administrator Day on September 25th recognizes the contributions made by research administrators every day.
Sponsored Projects and Research Office team members play a critical role when it comes to supporting project directors and researchers in their efforts to generate funding and advance science, as well as provide critical grant-funded patient care services.
Research Administrators serve an important role in supporting research. They assist PIs and research teams, protect the institution, and guarantee sound stewardship of research dollars. Their roles are multifaceted. From study feasibility, to award management, contract negotiations, to invoicing, to compliance and review, Research Administrators serve the lifecycle of a research or sponsored project. They keep a project on course. Most importantly, their management allows others to maintain focus on their individual roles as well.
Five Reasons to Deploy Lean in Research Administration
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1. Satisfied customers
2. Engaged staff
3. Scientific based methodology
4. Continuous improvement
5. Faster scientific discoveries
The 8 Wastes of Lean
Using the Value Diamond for a Customer-Centered Approach to Lean Research Administration
Lean Kool-Aid Person
How did I become the equivalent of the Lean Kool-Aid man? I wanted to make complex processes easier for my team and for my customers, while respecting the people involved.