Policies and Regulations

REGULATION TITLE:

Principal Investigator Responsibilities

APPLIES TO:

All individuals serving as a principal investigator or co-principal investigator on externally funded sponsored projects

ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY:

Office of Research & Innovation (ORI)

Sponsored Programs

Office of the Provost and Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs

APPROVED BY:

EFFECTIVE DATE:

NEXT REVIEW DATE:

REGULATION STATEMENT:

Accepting the role of a Principal Investigator (PI) on a sponsored project confers significant responsibility for the proper stewardship of external funds and adherence to the highest standards of academic and research integrity. The PI is ultimately accountable to both Kentucky State University (KSU) and the sponsoring agency for the successful execution of the project. This regulation outlines the core responsibilities of a PI throughout the lifecycle of a sponsored award.

DEFINITIONS:

Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI)

An individual who shares significant scientific and administrative leadership of a sponsored project with the PI and is also bound by the responsibilities outlined in this regulation.

Principal Investigator (PI)