Chapter 10: Additional Requirements for Sponsored Projects

Human Resources (HR) establishes numerous policies and procedures relating to the workplace, including:

• Search and Hiring Process
• Onboarding
• Compensation and Payroll
• Performance Management
• Separation and Retirement
• Leave
• Learning and Development
• Workplace Policies and Labor Standards
• Benefits

Employees must comply with HR policies in all aspects of their position at the University.

Resources:

• University of Colorado Employee Services
• University of Colorado Denver Human Resources
• University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Human Resources
• CU Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus Human Resources Policies

The Office of Information Technology (OIT) provides IT resources for students, faculty, staff, and researchers and establishes policies for the use of IT for business-related purposes.

Resources:

• OIT Denver Campus
• OIT Anschutz Medical Campus
• CU Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus Information Technology Policies

The Information Security and IT compliance unit is involved with risk assessment of technology and with federal or sponsor requirements related to cybersecurity involving grant activity. 

 

The Single Audit Act and 2 CFR 200 require all entities expending more than $1 million in federal funds in their fiscal year to be audited by an external auditor. The Single Audit, sometimes referred to as the Uniform Guidance Audit or 2 CFR 200 Audit, examines an institution’s financial statements, policies and procedures, and compliance with federal regulations. Fiscal Compliance coordinates the University’s Single Audit each year.

As a state institution, the University’s audit is incorporated into the Colorado Statewide Single Audit. Sponsors frequently request a copy of the Statewide Single Audit for routine monitoring purposes and during the pre-award phase.

The University’s FDP profile page provides a copy of the University’s most recent single audits and a management letter.

 

The University prohibits all forms of abusive workplace behavior, including conduct that is threatening, humiliating or intimidating, work sabotage, and any related retaliation. PIs are responsible for fostering a safe and inclusive work environment in their labs and for treating all employees respectfully. HR is responsible for investigating and disciplining employees that violate University policy regarding safe working environments.

Most federal agencies maintain a zero-tolerance policy for harassment and discrimination. The University is required to report to most federal agencies anytime a PI or other senior/key personnel on an federally sponsored project is removed from their position or otherwise disciplined by the University due to concerns about harassment, bullying, retaliation, or hostile work conditions.

 Resources:

• Office of Equity Reporting – all University employees may report instances of bullying, hostile work environments, harassment, and retaliation to the Office of Equity
• NIH Safe and Respectful Workplace – NIH resources and policies regarding safe and respectful workplace
• NSF Stopping Harassment and Assault – NSF resources and policies regarding sexual assault and harassment