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Joint Research Office for Contracts (JROC) The Joint Research Office for Contracts (JROC) oversees the process for research agreements, including those listed below. For more information, contact researchcontracts@wusm.washu.edu. Office of Sponsored Research Services (OSRS) The Office of Sponsored Research Services (OSRS) oversees the process for outgoing subawards. For more information, contact wucontracts@email.washu.edu. Frequently asked questions

International research involving human subjects often presents unique challenges. To help guide you through the IRB submission process, the Human Research Protection Office offers a number of useful resources. Human subjects research guidance Guidance materials The International Human Subjects Research Guidance materials, developed by the WashU International Research with Human Subjects Committee provide detailed instructions on the […]

As you begin to develop a proposal that involves an international collaboration, you should be aware of a few important considerations related to the proposal development, submission and award process. Unique costs When developing a new proposal, you should consider some of the unique costs associated with global research, including the following: Agency policies and […]

Looking for funding to support your global work? A number of resources are available to aid WashU researchers in their pursuit for funding.  Funding search support For help with a funding search, submit a Funding Search Request Form to Catherine Determan in the Research Development Office. If you do not currently receive the Research Development Office’s Internal Selection Announcements Newsletter, […]

Resources on filing taxes in the U.S. Every international student and scholar must file a tax return, regardless of whether or not they receive income. If you are an international student or scholar, use the Office for International Students and Scholars’ resources below to determine the tax forms you must file to complete your annual […]

WashU is not registered as an employer in locations outside of the United States. Depending on the circumstances, staffing in a location outside of the U.S. could implicate payroll, tax, immigration, employment and social welfare benefits and laws. International remote work Requests for U.S.-based employees to work outside of the United States must be in furtherance […]

Paying a foreign individual or entity There are special documentation requirements when making payments to foreign individuals or foreign entities. Both immigration and tax rules must be followed when making payments to foreign vendors. Review Financial Services’ Guidance on Foreign Payees for more information. Paying a research participant Issues pertaining to making payments to foreign research participants […]

In-country cash management Best practices for foreign cash management will vary based on country and the operational nature of the related activity. Contact the Manager, Treasury Operations for guidance and assistance regarding in-country cash management and transferring money to/from international locations.  Banking abroad Banking operations and regulations vary by country. Contact the Manager, Treasury Operations […]

Visiting researchers The following resources will help guide you when planning to host a visitor (faculty, researcher or non-WashU student) from outside the U.S. who will be engaged in research activities on campus. In preparation for hosting an international visitor that requires a U.S. visa, note that these requests should go through the Office of […]

Request a visit If you are planning to host visiting dignitaries/foreign delegations on campus, please email global@wustl.edu a minimum of four weeks ahead of time with the following information: Include ovcrexportcompliance@wustl.edu within the above email communication for visitors affiliated with, or a foreign national from China, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, Russia, Belarus, and more recently Crimea, Donetsk, and […]