Research Development

Empowering Scholarship and Discovery!
Scholarships and Grants for Research, Assistance for Research Collaboration.

Contact a Research Development Associate
Research and Innovation Resources
contact Phone: 254.519.5741 Fax: 254.519.5742 Location & Hours:
Founders Hall
4th Floor, Suite 418
M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
contact Phone: 254.519.5741 Fax 254.519.5742 Location & Hours: Founders Hall
4th Floor, Suite 418
M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Research Development

Get Started with Grant Submissions at Texas A&M University-Central Texas.

The Research Development page is your central hub for beginning the grant proposal process.
Follow the steps below to take your research idea from concept to submission:

View Process Steps:

  • Explore internal/external funding sources on our website.
  • Sign up for automated grant alerts and newsletters from agencies (NIH, NSF, DoD, private foundations, etc.).
  • Connect with your department chair or the Research Development staff (RDA) to discuss opportunities relevant to your discipline. Schedule a meeting to discuss your project idea, funding needs, and initial strategy. This is the handholding phase to guide you through the process.
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  • Define your research question, objectives, significance, and expected outcomes.
  • Review eligibility requirements and sponsor guidelines.
  • Researchers are strongly encouraged to review the SRS PI Guidebook (Sponsored Research Services as a Principal Investigator) to understand their responsibilities for all aspects of their research, including compliance with university and federal policies.
  • Consult with our office to refine your idea and ensure alignment with funder priorities.
  • Review Sponsored Research Services’ (SRS) submission guidelines.
  • Complete the Notification of Intent (NOI) to Apply form. (Warrior Web login required.)
    Please do this as early as possible—at least 30 days before the agency deadline.
  • Include a summary of your project, agency guidelines, and collaborators with your NOI.
  • Submitting the NOI initiates internal tracking, compliance checks, and connects you with Research Development Office (RDO) staff. This formalizes your intent to seek external funding, allows us to prepare a case file, and connects you with the appropriate support.

Warrior Web login required.

Notice of Intent (NOI) Form
  • After your NOI is reviewed and approved by our RDO staff it will be routed to SRS and other internal support staff. Researchers are asked to contact SRS pre-award staff with the intent to submit a proposal a minimum of 3 weeks prior to the sponsor deadline date.
  • SRS provides proposal development, budget preparation, compliance review, and submission support.
  • RDO offers services including proofreading, editing, graphics development, proposal outlines/templates, supplementary document guidance, compliance review, document collection coordination, and one-on-one consulting (by appointment).
  • Request SRS templates, checklists, and sample proposals as needed.
  • Collaborate with your SRS pre-award Research Administrator to develop your proposal and budget, ensuring compliance with sponsor guidelines and System policies.
  • Take advantage of RDO services (listed above).
  • Seek feedback from colleagues and mentors.
  • Submit your complete proposal for institutional and SRS review well before the sponsor’s deadline.
  • SRS will secure required approvals (department, college, university, and system).
  • SRS will submit your finalized proposal to the sponsor, then send you confirmation and guidance for post-submission, agency requests, and compliance.

Quick Links

  • Notification of Intent to Apply Form
  • Funding Opportunity Database
  • SRS Contacts and Resources
  • Grant Writing Resources

We are committed to your success as a researcher at Texas A&M University-Central Texas.
Let us support you through every step of your proposal journey!

Institutional Information

Applications for grants and other funding opportunities require a considerable amount of institutional information about Texas A&M University–Central Texas. 

Applications for grants and other funding opportunities require a considerable amount of institutional information about Texas A&M University–Central Texas.  If what you need is not on this list, please contact [email protected].

IRS Tax Identification Number

(usually referred to as the TIN or EIN)

26-4169042

SAM Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)

(This is used as the primary means of entity identification for Federal awards)

UXF9P9AMDBC6

SAM Registration Expiration Date

(This is used as the primary means of entity identification for Federal awards)

07/08/2026

CAGE code

5KQZ9

DUNS

831017616

Facilities & Administrative (F&A) Cost Agreement Rates

This is the agreement that establishes the rates to use for indirect costs on Federal awards. 

50% – On-Campus Rate
15% – Off-Campus Rate
Base Type: MTDC
Period of Agreement: 09/01/2025-08/31/2029 (in effect until amended)

Tax Status

Please contact the Budgets & Accounting Department if documents are needed to demonstrate tax-exempt status.

Tax Exempt under Sections 170(b)(1) and 170 (c)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code

U.S. Congressional District

For Killeen campus: TX-11
For EWCHEC campus: TX-13

NAICS Code

611310

SIC Code

8221

Texas State Agency Number

770

Texas Identification Number

37707707701

Budgets & Accounting Contacts




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Research Excellence Fund

Warrior Collaboration Program

“How-to” Workshops…

Turn Your Research Dreams into Action!

Talk with a Research Development Associate, find out more about identifying funding opportunities, proposal development and strategic partnerships. We can connect you with TAMU System resources and provide comprehensive pre-award support.

Workshops: Collaborative Ideation and Proposal Development

We facilitate collaborative ideation and proposal development through strategic events, webinars, and workshops. Coordinate periodic trainings to encourage faculty involvement, including ‘How-to’ sessions that can also include students (e.g., ‘Creating a strong research abstract’).

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Other Research Development Services

a. MAESTRO project management system oversight

b. Post-award budget monitoring and reporting

c. Grant and contract administration

d. Financial compliance monitoring

e. Invoice processing and payment tracking

f. Award modification and extension requests

g. Final report submission coordination

h. Audit preparation and support

i. Close-out procedures and documentation

For more help with any of these services:

Contact a Research Development Associate

Additional Resources

We facilitate collaborative ideation and proposal development through strategic events, webinars, and workshops. Coordinate periodic trainings to encourage faculty involvement, including ‘How to’ sessions that can also include students (e.g., ‘Creating a strong research abstract’).

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FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions:

Begin on the Research Development page. Follow the step-by-step guide, check our Funding Opportunity Database, and contact our office for advising.

How do I find funding opportunities relevant to my research? 

Explore curated lists on our website, sign up for funding alerts and newsletters, or schedule an appointment with Research Development staff for personalized searches. 

Can the Research Development office help me find funding sources? 

Yes! We can help identify funding agencies and opportunities suited to your research interests. 

Pre-Submission Process:

The NOI informs the university of your intention to submit a proposal. It begins internal review, ensures compliance, and connects you to support services. Submit the NOI at least 30 days before the sponsor deadline.

Include your project title/summary, sponsor guidelines or link, collaborators, and any special requirements.

Proposal Preparation:

Sponsored Research Services (SRS) and the System Research Development Office (RDO) provide proposal, budget, and compliance support. Our office can help coordinate these services.

We offer templates, example proposals, editing/proofreading, graphics support, and grant writing consultations.

Approvals and Submission:

Proposals must be reviewed and approved at departmental, college, university, and system levels. SRS facilitates this process.

SRS submits all external grant proposals to sponsors on behalf of the university.

After Submission:

You will receive confirmation. If the sponsor requests additional information or modification, SRS and your office will coordinate responses. If awarded, SRS will help manage the grant and compliance.

SRS and Research Development assist with post-award compliance, reporting, budget amendments, and more.

Miscellaneous:

Yes, but notify us as early as possible and complete an NOI for each proposal.

Absolutely. Contact Research Development to vet the agency and ensure university compliance.

Email [office email], call [office phone], or visit [office location]. See our Staff Directory for individual contacts.

Noi Form, Funding Opportunity Data Base (links)

Main Office

Contact us by phone, email or visit us in person.
We are located in Founders Hall, 4th floor, Suite 418.
M-F 8am to 5pm.

 

Phone: 254.519.5741 Fax: 254.519.5742
Dr. Jeffrey Kirk

Associate Provost,
Associate VP for Research and Innovation
Office: Founders Hall – 418B
Division of Research and Innovation
Phone: 254.519.5427
Email: [email protected]

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Jeffrey Kirk
Walter Murphy

Assistant Vice President,
Division of Research and Innovation
Office: Founders Hall – 418A
Division of Research and Innovation
Phone: 254.519.5761
Email: [email protected]

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Walter Murphy
Sandra Blackwell

Director, UCARE
Division of Research and Innovation
Office: Founders Hall – 310P
Division of Research and Innovation,
UCARE
Phone: 254.519.5752
Email: [email protected]

Sandra Blackwell Director of UCARE
LaTreice McClellan, M. Ed,

Research Development Associate
Office: Founders Hall – 418C
Division of Research and Innovation
Phone: 254.519.5741
Email: [email protected]

LaTreice McClellen