Tiffany Blackman

With over 25 years of experience the field of research administration in higher education, Tiffany has extensive knowledge of best practices for managing sponsored awards and many related issues that accompany research compliance (e.g., export control, conflict of interest, data handling, contract negotiation, compliance training, etc.). Drawing on her diverse background, which includes social science and law degrees, she can advise researchers and administrators on a variety of research funding processes as well as help them navigate the complicated administrative infrastructure at the University and among funders. Tiffany has written and implemented institution-wide policies as well as provided in-depth training – nationally and internationally – on a broad range of sponsored topics, including data-use agreements, intellectual property policies, research compliance, and the applicable federal regulations. While having held a variety of roles, she currently heads the research administ