About Us

The Director of Research Transparency & Outreach works directly with the campus community to inform, educate, and support its members on issues pertaining to research transparency associated with disclosures, reporting, and post-approval monitoring, as well as reporting requirements associated with current & pending (other) support in federal proposal submissions; implementation of federal, state, and local requirements, such as those stipulated in National Security Presidential Memorandum-33 (NSPM-33), Maryland State Ethics Law, and USM and UMD Policies; and address any questions, concerns, or issues related to the reporting requirements associated with outside professional activities.

The Assistant Director of Research Policy Compliance works directly with subject matter experts within the Division of Research and additional campus stakeholders to develop and revise University policies to ensure alignment with federal laws and regulations and funding agency requirements.