Live research administration trainings are open to all in the MIT research administration community and those exploring a career in research administration. MIT authentication is required to register for and join online trainings.
MIT Atlas Learning Center closes registration two days before the course is scheduled to be held. Atlas email course reminders will include Zoom links for virtual sessions. Register early, and contact training@mit.edu if a course you are interested in is closed or if you have any registration difficulties.
Drop-In Sessions
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RA Support team members will highlight recent changes with FY2025 and FY2026 F&A rates and other topics drawn from current trends in questions received through ra-help@mit.edu. We invite you to bring questions and/or current proposals that you are working on. Join on Zoom (no registration required)
June 2026
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The RAS Forum Series is designed to provide timely updates, share helpful information, and create space for discussion and questions on all aspects of research administration at MIT. These interactive sessions will offer participants the opportunity to hear directly from RAS, stay informed about current and upcoming changes, and engage with colleagues across the community.
Forums will be broadcast on Zoom and include an in-person option. For June, the in-person option will be hosted in MIT.nano 12-0168.
We encourage you to contribute advance questions and topics to help us make these sessions as useful as possible. Email Shannon Connell, screan@mit.edu
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When a Principal Investigator moves to a new institution, transferring their sponsored awards can be a complex and time-sensitive process. Without careful coordination, these transitions risk delays, compliance issues, and disruptions to research progress. This session will guide research administrators through the key steps, challenges, and best practices for managing award transfers efficiently and effectively. We'll explore both the sending and receiving institution perspectives, including sponsor requirements, internal approvals, subawards, equipment transfers, and communication strategies. You'll leave equipped with tools and checklists to keep the process moving forward, ensuring research continues without missing a beat.
Registration is not required. Please join us June 4, 2026, via Zoom
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Create a Detailed Budget for a Non-Profit sponsor with a difference between MIT’s federally negotiated rate and the F&A rate allowed by the sponsor resulting in Underrecovery.
This hands-on class will build upon knowledge and skills practiced in the pre-requisite web courses.
Please complete pre-requisite courses in this order prior to registration:
Share your topic suggestions at ra-help@mit.edu.