The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville is dedicated to advancing knowledge and understanding through research, scholarship, and creative work. The Office of Research, Innovation, and Economic Development supports faculty, staff, and students in developing competitive proposals and fostering a strong culture of research integrity, aiming to create a more just, prosperous, and sustainable world.
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
What We Do
Assistance with developing and submitting high-quality proposals to external sponsors, including guidance on proposal development, budget assistance, and compliance with sponsor requirements.
Review and acceptance of awards, negotiation of terms, and management of award actions to ensure compliance with university and sponsor policies.
Ensuring financial compliance and proper accounting of externally sponsored funds, including account setup, financial reporting, and audits.
Assistance with developing and submitting high-quality proposals to external sponsors, including guidance on proposal development, budget assistance, and compliance with sponsor requirements.
Review and acceptance of awards, negotiation of terms, and management of award actions to ensure compliance with university and sponsor policies.
Ensuring financial compliance and proper accounting of externally sponsored funds, including account setup, financial reporting, and audits.
Services
Vaccines
Biologics
Digital Health Technologies
Diagnostics
Routes of Administration
Medical Devices
Drugs
Application Area
Infectious Diseases
Psychological and Cognitive Health and Performance
Battlefield Resuscitation
Regenerative Medicine
Key People
Sally Morris
Associate Vice Chancellor, Research Administration
Carol Malkemus
Director, Financial Management & Compliance
Monica Cole
Assistant Director, Financial Management & Compliance
Chelsea Inman
Interim Director of Sponsored Program Contracts and Agreements
Marie Penn
Interim Director, Pre-Award Operations
David Smelser
Senior Director of Innovation & Optimization
Sally Morris
Associate Vice Chancellor, Research Administration
Carol Malkemus
Director, Financial Management & Compliance
Monica Cole
Assistant Director, Financial Management & Compliance
Chelsea Inman
Interim Director of Sponsored Program Contracts and Agreements
Marie Penn
Interim Director, Pre-Award Operations
David Smelser
Senior Director of Innovation & Optimization