Our Service For You
Emphasizes the organization's dedication to delivering value and excellence in its offerings, ensuring that clients receive the best possible support and results.
Low Overhead Rate
The Narrows Institute maintains that the indirect costs associated with running a project or study are kept to a minimum. Our overhead costs include expenses such as administrative support, utilities, facility maintenance, and other operational costs that are not directly tied to specific research projects but are necessary for overall operations. Our overhead rate means that a smaller portion of the funding received is used for these indirect costs, allowing a larger proportion of the funds to be directed toward the actual research activities.
High Level of Service to Investigators
We provide comprehensive and effective support to researchers, enabling them to focus more on their research rather than administrative tasks. We can include a range of services such as grant application assistance, financial management, regulatory compliance, procurement of supplies and equipment, technical support, and access to shared resources and facilities. By offering high-quality services, The Narrows ensures that investigators have the necessary tools, resources, and administrative backing to conduct their research efficiently and effectively.
Low overhead rate and high level of service to investigators
Together, maintaining a low overhead rate while providing a high level of service to investigators is a challenging but desirable balance. It means The Narrows is efficient in its use of funds, maximizing the impact of financial resources on research activities while still ensuring that researchers receive the support they need to be successful.
Provide Timely Employee Hiring.
By ensuring that each step in the hiring process is conducted efficiently and without unnecessary delays, The Narrows can achieve timely employee hiring, meeting the goal of approximately 3 to 5 working days. This approach is especially valuable in dynamic industries where swift recruitment is crucial to maintain operational efficiency and address staffing needs promptly.
Processing Of Grant Applications
Effective processing of grant applications ensures that the most promising and deserving projects receive funding, fostering innovation and advancement in the respective fields.
Research Related Travel Request And Reimbursements
By adhering to a structured process for travel requests and reimbursements, The Narrows can maintain accountability, ensure proper use of funds, and support researchers in their work while managing travel-related expenses effectively.
Ordering Supplies And Equipment
By following a structured process for ordering supplies and equipment, The Narrows can ensure that they acquire the necessary resources efficiently, maintain control over expenditures, and support their operational and project needs effectively.
Provide Bridge Funding To Investigators
By following a structured process for ordering supplies and equipment, We can ensure that our Principal Investigators acquire the necessary resources efficiently, maintain control over expenditures, and support their operational and project needs effectively.
Support Travel Related To Research Staff Recruitment
By providing comprehensive support for travel related to research staff recruitment, organizations can enhance their ability to attract and hire top talent, ensure a smooth and professional recruitment process, and manage travel-related expenses effectively.
