MCC Pre-Award Research Administration

The MCC Pre-Award Research Administration (PRA) Team supports Moores Cancer Center faculty by managing the administrative submission process for cancer-related grants. We partner with you to ensure your proposal is compliant, on time, and ready for review by the UCSD central sponsored projects offices.

Services Provided

The Pre-Award Research Admin Team (PRA) supports investigators through the entire proposal submission process, acting as the primary liaison between the PI and central sponsored projects offices (OCGA/HSSPPO).

Proposal Checklist & Submission Timeline
- We provide a clear checklist of required documents and a specific timeline tailored to your grant once your Intake Form is received.
Budget Development & Justification
- We work with you to develop the budget the justification.
Proposal Upload & Systems Management
- We complete the application in various sponsor and institutional systems (e.g., Kuali, ASSIST, Grants.gov, Proposal Central) by uploading final documents provided by the PI.
Compliance Review & Quality Check
- We review the full proposal package to ensure it meets all sponsor guidelines and institutional policies before routing for final approval.
Liaison with Central Offices (OCGA/HSSPPO)
- We act as the primary contact between you and the central Sponsored Projects Offices, ensuring timely submission and confirmed delivery.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Who is eligible for MCC Pre-Award support?
- Services are provided for MCC-approved faculty and grants physically located within the Moores Cancer Center space.
What is the UCSD 14/5/2 Proposal Submission Timeline Policy?
- The 14/5/2 Proposal Submission Timeline Policy sets internal deadlines to ensure your proposal receives a thorough review and is submitted successfully. The key is the 5-Day Deadline: Your complete proposal draft must be routed to the central office (OCGA/HSSPPO) 5 business days before the sponsor deadline to guarantee a full administrative review.
What happens if I miss the 5-Day Deadline?
- Missing this deadline carries two risks: 1) Your proposal will be submitted "as-is" (no central administrative review will take place), or 2) Your proposal may not be submitted at all. Adhering to the timeline is crucial for a compliant application.