Sponsors such as NSF, NIH, NASA, and others require prompt reporting of harassment and misconduct. Reporting must occur within several business days of administrative actions or investigations. The Office of Sponsored Projects (OSP) handles reporting, coordinating with relevant university offices and departments.

For specifics on reporting requirements, refer to our sponsor reporting matrix. Additional guidelines apply when university personnel work at federal government facilities.

SPONSOR REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

In response to allegations of misconduct, sponsors expect the University to evaluate the following:

1. The safety and security of personnel supported by the award.
2. The overall impact on the project.
3. Appropriate actions required for the project to proceed.

When the Office of Sponsored Projects (OSP) is required to report, sponsors often inquire about measures taken to ensure personnel safety and security. Upon reviewing a report, sponsors are likely to ask:

• Has the risk to staff and students been mitigated?
• Was the Principal Investigator (PI) relieved of supervisory responsibilities while remaining the PI of the award?
• Has the University addressed the matter adequately and appropriately?
• Are there additional steps or safeguards the University should implement?

If deemed necessary, sponsors may assert stewardship responsibilities and oversight authority, potentially resulting in the removal of the PI, or suspension or termination of the award. They may also refer the matter to the Department of Justice for further investigation.

Long-Term Disengagement

In cases where a respondent temporarily disengages from one or more sponsored projects for a period exceeding three months, please notify Todd Bjorklund and discuss arrangements for oversight and sponsor notification and approval.