Summary
Research and sponsored project activities conducted under the Institution’s auspices carry
an important public and personal responsibility for careful management. The PI
Handbook is published by the Office of Research and Graduate Studies (ORGS) to help
you fulfill that responsibility.
Body
Research and sponsored project activities conducted under the Institution’s auspices carry
an important public and personal responsibility for careful management. The PI
Handbook is published by the Office of Research and Graduate Studies (ORGS) to help
you fulfill that responsibility. It is posted on the Montana Tech Web Site under Research
Office/Research Policies. It describes general procedures, policies, and services available
regarding research and sponsored projects at Montana Tech. All members of the campus
community—faculty, academic professionals, staff, and students—who wish to conduct
externally funded projects utilizing the Institution’s facilities, personnel, or other
resources must comply with applicable institutional policies and procedures found in this
handbook.
Appropriate compensation for sponsored research activities, including summer salary and
buyouts is developed by working with the Research Office at Montana Tech.
Compensation for research must be compliant with all federal and state laws and
regulations and is based upon the Montana Tech base salary.