Office of the Vice President Research
The Office of the Vice President Research coordinates the activities of the University of Zurich in the promotion of research, innovation and young researchers and develops the strategy in these areas together with the university management and the faculties. The Vice-Rectorate offers needs-based support and advisory services in order to support university members in their research, the commercial exploitation of their results and their personal career development in the best possible way.
University of Zurich
Office of the Vice President Research
Künstlergasse 15
CH-8001 Zurich Phone +41 44 634 24 27 E-Mail: office@research.uzh.ch Sitemap Künstlergasse 15
Obtaining signatures: adhere to deadlines
Certain project applications require the approval/signature of the Vice President Research before submission:
- SNSF/EU calls for proposals are handled directly via AVA.
- For US grants and/or foundations, please contact the Research & Grants Office early (support@research.uzh.ch)
► At least 2 weeks before the deadline to ensure a timely signature.
► For military funding agencies (DoD, DARPA, etc.): at least 3 weeks before the deadline. The request must contain all information relevant for the approval of the VPR.
The signing of research contracts after approval is usually initiated via the project initiation process (including legal review) onAVA .
► Here too, please allow at least 2 weeks for internal signatures. Therefore, start the process as early as possible if deadlines set by the funding body must be observed.
► Exception: For Horizon Europe projects, the signatures (including contract revision) are handled directly by the Research & Grants Office.
In case of doubt, always contact the Research & Grants Office
Organisation Chart
Date: 11 February 2025