Society of Research Administrators International - SRAI

Society of Research Administrators International - SRAI We are the only research management society in the world whose membership spans the entire spectrum of research institutions.

The Society of Research Administrators International (SRAI) empowers research administrators globally with the knowledge, resources, and community they need to excel. The Society of Research Administrators International (SRAI) is a driving force in global research management, dedicated to empowering research administrators and research managers with the tools, knowledge, and connections they need to excel.

- 40+ Countries Represented
- 5,000+ Members Worldwide
- 50+ Years of Excellence
- 4 Divisions Covering All Aspects of Research Administration

Our strength lies in our extensive global reach and diverse membership. Whether you’re a Vice President for Research, a dynamic research administrator or research manager, or new to the field, responsible for grant administration, regulatory compliance, technology transfer, or clinical trials, SRAI is your trusted partner in education and professional development. We support you in becoming an effective change agent in your organization.

👏 Congratulations to 2026 Excellence Award winner Heather Wainwright!Through her leadership at the University of South A...
09/18/2026

👏 Congratulations to 2026 Excellence Award winner Heather Wainwright!

Through her leadership at the University of South Alabama and her extensive service within SRAI, Heather has advanced the profession in lasting ways. She's led the university's Research Operations Council and contributed to its Fundamentals of Research Administration program, strengthening institutional practices along the way. Within SRAI, she's served as Chapter President, Co-Chair of the Ambassadors, an Odyssey mentor, Alabama Special Interest Group leader, and a Future of the Field honoree, elevating professional standards and inspiring colleagues at both the local and national level.

💬 Heather shared:
"Receiving the SRAI Excellence Award is an incredible honor. SRAI has challenged me to grow, given me opportunities to serve, and connected me with colleagues who have made me a better research administrator."

Join Heather in celebrating this achievement at the 2026 Annual Meeting ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21x5NNG

👏 Congratulations to 2026 Excellence Award winner Justin Hull!Justin was selected for the Excellence Award in recognitio...
09/17/2026

👏 Congratulations to 2026 Excellence Award winner Justin Hull!

Justin was selected for the Excellence Award in recognition of his outstanding contributions to research administration through education, mentorship, and service. At Geisinger, he's become a trusted educator, regularly presenting on research administration concepts and processes to strengthen organizational awareness and compliance, while also mentoring and coaching to grow his team. Beyond his institution, he's shared his expertise with the broader SRAI community through presentations, service on the Future of the Field Committee, his role as Co-Chair of the SRAI Ambassadors, and as an Odyssey mentor.

💬 Justin shared:

"Earning an SRAI Excellence Award is a significant milestone in my research administration career. I owe much of my success and development to this organization and the community it has fostered, and I plan to continue paying that forward."

Join Justin in celebrating this achievement at the 2026 Annual Meeting ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21x5Lz9

The 2026 SRAI Annual Meeting is almost here, and pre-registration closes September 23. Diana Nettleton, our 2026 Co-Chai...
09/16/2026

The 2026 SRAI Annual Meeting is almost here, and pre-registration closes September 23.

Diana Nettleton, our 2026 Co-Chair, has been sending her favorite Honolulu views ahead of the Annual Meeting this October: sunset sailing, the climb up Diamond Head, and the spots in between.

This is what's waiting when the Annual Meeting brings you to Honolulu.

Sign up here: http://brnw.ch/21x5Ig8

👏 Congratulations to Jennifer Woodward, 2026 Hartford-Nicholsen Award Winner!Jennifer has been selected for the Hartford...
09/16/2026

👏 Congratulations to Jennifer Woodward, 2026 Hartford-Nicholsen Award Winner!

Jennifer has been selected for the Hartford-Nicholsen Award in recognition of her exceptional leadership, tireless volunteer service, and distinguished contributions to SRAI and the research administration profession. Her service includes two elected terms on the SRAI Board of Directors and as Co-Chair of the Education & Professional Development Committee, where she's helped shape strategic planning and professional development initiatives. She has led the development of the SRAI Professional Development Learning Framework and expanded mentorship opportunities across the Society, and currently serves as Lead Principal Investigator for the NSF GRANTED project, working to create a National Job Classification System for Research Administrators.

💬 Jennifer shared:
"Receiving the Hartford-Nicholsen Award is an honor. It affirms my leadership and service to a Society whose impact shapes the work and careers of research administrators around the globe. SRAI continues to be an avenue of opportunities for growing my own leadership skills and network. I am grateful, committed to SRAI and the profession, and excited to keep contributing."

Join Jennifer in celebrating this achievement at the 2026 Annual Meeting ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21x5K90

👏 Congratulations to Leronda Savage, 2026 Hartford-Nicholsen Award Winner!SRAI is proud to recognize Leronda for her exc...
09/11/2026

👏 Congratulations to Leronda Savage, 2026 Hartford-Nicholsen Award Winner!

SRAI is proud to recognize Leronda for her exceptional leadership, sustained volunteer service, and significant contributions to the Society over nearly three decades of engagement. For the past ten years, she has served as SRAI's Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Reviewer, applying her CPA expertise to support NASBA accreditation and uphold the quality and integrity of SRAI's educational programs, reviewing more than 55 Annual Meeting, Section, virtual, and other programs along the way.

💬 Leronda shared:
"Winning this award is the capstone of my 27-year career. Being recognized by my peers is an enormous honor for which I am very grateful. SRAI has been instrumental in my professional growth, providing invaluable opportunities for learning, mentorship, and connection throughout my career. I am sincerely grateful."

Join Leronda in celebrating this achievement at the 2026 Annual Meeting ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21x5CTY

Research administration doesn't happen in silos, so why should professional development?Introducing the SRAI Lifecycle S...
09/10/2026

Research administration doesn't happen in silos, so why should professional development?

Introducing the SRAI Lifecycle Summit: a new conference experience built around every stage of the research lifecycle. Instead of choosing between broad programming or hyper-specialized training, attendees build the experience that fits their role by selecting the Journeys most relevant to their work.

📍 San Francisco, CA
📅 April 12–15, 2027

Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21x5Bdf

👏 Congratulations to Mark Lucas, 2026 Hartford-Nicholsen Award Winner!SRAI is proud to honor Mark with the Hartford-Nich...
09/10/2026

👏 Congratulations to Mark Lucas, 2026 Hartford-Nicholsen Award Winner!

SRAI is proud to honor Mark with the Hartford-Nicholsen Award, recognizing 15 years of dedicated membership and leadership within SRAI and more than 30 years of service to the profession. He's held leadership roles as President of the Western Section and President of the Southern California Chapter, and recently co-chaired the Collaborative Section Meeting in Atlanta. A cornerstone of the SRAI community, Mark serves as a Distinguished Faculty member, Ambassador, and Catalyst Feature Editor and author, and co-led the award-winning 2024 concurrent session "Inviting an Elephant up the Stairs: Improving Communication through Improv." He's also a dedicated mentor to the next generation of research administrators.

💬 Mark shared:
"Receiving the Hartford-Nicholsen Award is a deeply meaningful honor. I hope to encourage the next generation of research administrators and foster a professional community, while continuing to make a positive and lasting impact on the profession."

Join Mark in celebrating this achievement at the 2026 Annual Meeting ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21x5AJu

Building a research development program from the ground up? Two RD leaders share what that actually looks like: the earl...
09/02/2026

Building a research development program from the ground up? Two RD leaders share what that actually looks like: the early decisions, the challenges nobody warns you about, and how they're measuring impact.

This month's Catalyst spotlight features:

✍️ Kimberly Read, PhD, MBA, CRA — Assistant Chair for Operations, Child & Family Studies, University of South Florida
🗣️ Sandy Justice — Director, Research Development Institute, University of South Florida
🗣️ Kimberly Pratt, MA, CRA — Director, Office of Research Development, Ohio University

➡️ Read the full spotlight: https://brnw.ch/21x5onU

The scope of global research collaboration keeps expanding, and so does what it takes to manage it well.The new Global R...
09/01/2026

The scope of global research collaboration keeps expanding, and so does what it takes to manage it well.

The new Global Research Management Certificate, offered at SRAI's 2026 Annual Meeting, helps attendees build the knowledge to navigate:

🌍 International research collaboration
📋 Global compliance considerations
🤝 Cross-border partnership support
🔄 Evolving roles in global research administration

Complete it in full during your time in Honolulu, October 10–14: https://brnw.ch/21x5mCz

Managing a single grant is one thing, but building a portfolio that holds up over decades is another challenge entirely....
08/31/2026

Managing a single grant is one thing, but building a portfolio that holds up over decades is another challenge entirely. How do you help a researcher move from a specialized area into a mature, long-term research portfolio?

In the latest episode of Shop Talk, our experts discuss how to bridge short-term funding wins with long-term strategic growth.

🗣️ Kevin Sutherland, Associate Dean for Research, School of Education, Virginia Commonwealth University
🗣️ Courtney Hunt, SRAI Distinguished Faculty & Director of Academic Strategy, Houston Methodist
🗣️ Terry Campbell, SRAI Distinguished Faculty & retired AVP of Research Services, University of Ottawa
🎧 Listen here: https://brnw.ch/21x5kuu

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