Policies

Policies Overview

The Policies page at Clarkson University’s Sponsored Research Services provides comprehensive guidance on the standards and procedures that govern research activities. Our office is dedicated to supporting researchers by ensuring compliance with institutional policies and sponsor regulations. Explore the dropdown menu to find detailed information on topics such as allowable costs, research-related expenses, payroll cost transfers, and more. Each policy is designed to promote responsible research practices and streamline project management, helping researchers stay aligned with both university expectations and funding agency requirements.

Links to related pages:

  • Allowability of Costs: Introduces concepts of allowability, allocability, and reasonableness of costs directly address the legitimacy of a cost charged against a specific sponsored research award.
  • Drawdowns: The purpose of this policy is to provide guidance and identify requirements of using LOC’s or other electronic payment mechanisms to drawdown federal funding.
  • NSF Harassment Notice: Clarkson University is committed to creating and maintaining overall an educational, working, and living environment free from discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, and retaliation.
  • Participant Support Accounts: is funding that is provided to enable and encourage individuals to attend conferences or training programs without undo financial burden.
  • Payroll Cost Transfer: The purpose of this policy is to ensure compliance with federal policies and guidelines related to the transfer of salary adjustment to federally funded sponsored projects.