About ORSP

Mission Statement

The Office of Research & Sponsored Programs (ORSP) helps to create a dynamic, engaging and vibrant environment for SF State faculty and students. By providing support and infrastructure, ORSP gives faculty and students the opportunity to engage in life changing programs that  have an impact both individually and to the broader community.

ORSP administers grants and contracts on behalf of the University for Principal Investigators (PIs) acting independently, collaboratively (working with colleagues at SF State or at other universities), or as part of a Center or Institute initiative (Research & Service Organization, RSO).

ORSP supports the success of researchers by:

• Aiding in the development and management of programs, from concept through service, delivery, and publication
• Creating intellectually rewarding collaborations among faculty, research partners and students in order to encourage interdisciplinary research
• Fostering strategic alliances with community partners and external funding agencies
• Supporting the development of new models that integrate research and teaching in meaningful ways
• Enhancing the competitiveness of researchers by expanding the grantsmanship and research skills of faculty and staff
• Developing new, and supporting existing, dedicated research centers
• Providing a full range of administrative services including proposal preparation and submission, post award management, and a regulatory compliance program