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Welcome to NORA

NORA (Network of Research Administrators) is a collaborative group of research administrators from across Vanderbilt University, ranging across a wide skillset and diverse thought, united to support each other and the University as a whole. We believe that it’s better to work together, learn from each other, and support each other’s work. We aren’t a formal group – just colleagues working together.

Everyone is welcome. Please feel free to distribute the link to the Membership Request Form.

 


Our Mission

We’re aiming to serve the Vanderbilt research community by providing a platform for collaboration between research administrators to:

  1. Provide a platform for sharing knowledge, resources, and best practices
  2. Develop a systematic approach for problem-solving, utilizing diverse and highly-skilled input for problem-solving
  3. Curate a collective voice for decision-making and focused feedback for key stakeholders
  4. Networking with thought-leading research administrators across functional expertise at VU
  5. Develop relationships with key stakeholders including departmental, central, and external partnerships
  6. Promote members in personal and professional growth