Negotiate Agreements for Research
Negotiate Agreements for Research
Negotiate Agreements for Research
The contracts unit of the Office of Research Affairs is dedicated to facilitating collaborations with sponsors and is responsible for the negotiation and acceptance of:
- Industry- and foundation-sponsored basic science research agreements and amendments
- Industry- and foundation-sponsored clinical trial agreements and amendments
- Federally-funded clinical trial subawards, subcontracts and amendments
Detailed information on how to submit industry-sponsored basic science and clinical trial agreements, as well how to submit Confidentiality Disclosure Agreements, are available on the College's Research website.
Contact the Office of Research Affairs
External investigators interested in the Penn State College of Medicine contracts process, including sample forms and workflow procedures, are encouraged to contact Brenda Thomas at bthomas2@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or 717-531-4196.
Help at Every Step
Click on any of the topics below to read more about how Penn State College of Medicine supports its investigators in that area.
Research Concierge Service
Penn State College of Medicine's Research Concierge Service offers another level of support in the research development process.
The Concierge helps investigators strengthen grant writing skills, form collaborative teams, and develop complex research proposals.
In addition, the Concierge can advise you on resources available to help you through various stages of the grant process or direct you to the appropriate office for your need.