Charge

The Research Technology Advisory Committee shall advise the CIO and the Provost on technologies and issues related to academic research; will advise the ITD Director of Research Technologies on research technology initiatives; shall develop and review research technology standards, guidelines, and policies; shall advise on priorities for academic research technology initiatives; provide a forum for investigation and advises on new research technologies, and facilitate communications regarding academic research computing initiatives.

Composition

Representatives from many colleges and Research Institutes, and the Vice Provost for Research. The chair is appointed by the Provost, 2-year term. The Director of Research Technologies works with the Chair to establish the agenda and to facilitate coordination with other IT initiatives and groups.

Member role

To provide input on behalf of constituents; to disseminate technology related research information; to assist in implementing IT policy and procedures; to make recommendations with a University perspective. The committee meets regularly throughout the academic year.

Advisory Path

Policy to the IT Policy & Planning Council; advisory to the ITD Director of Research, CIO and Provost.