Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for a Research Department

I developed detailed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for a research department, ensuring a streamlined and efficient process for handling incoming research projects. These SOPs provided clear instructions for each step involved, enhancing the department's operational efficiency and accuracy. Key components of an SOP included:

1) Project Reception and Initial Steps:

Procedures for logging and acknowledging the receipt of new research projects.

Instructions for assigning a unique project number to each new submission for easy tracking and reference.

2) Completing the Research Form:

Step-by-step guidance on filling out the research form, including all necessary details about the project.

3) Project Assignment:

Criteria and protocols for assigning projects to appropriate reviewers based on expertise and availability.

Instructions for notifying reviewers of their assignments and providing them with all relevant project information.

4) Responding to the Submitter:

Standardized templates and protocols for communicating with project submitters.

Instructions for delivering review outcomes, including approval, revision requests, or rejection, in a professional and timely manner.

5) Follow-up and Tracking:

Procedures for tracking the progress of each research project through various stages of review and approval.

Systems for documenting and following up on any required revisions or additional information from submitters.

6) Documentation and Record-Keeping:

Best practices for maintaining comprehensive and organized records of all research projects and related communications via SharePoint.