Office of Research and Sponsored Programs
Research Administration Support
The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs is dedicated to supporting the research efforts of the School of Health Professions faculty, staff and students. Our mission is to connect the SHP Community with relevant funding opportunities, assist in proposal development, and provide comprehensive award management support.
Our services include, but are not limited to:
- Coordinating and facilitating grant submissions to internal and external funding sources
- Overseeing research compliance related to externally funded projects
- Organizing workshops for faculty, staff, and students on research administration, policies, and procedures
- Facilitates award setup, progress reporting, and closeout processes
The information below is intended to guide you in identifying funding opportunities and navigating the School of Health Professions proposal submission process, including budget preparation and use of RAPSS.
If you are interested in pursuing funding or need assistance with any of the services listed above, please contact the Research Administrative team. For general SHP Office of Research Administration inquires, contract shp-research@shp.rutgers.edu.
Office of Research Contacts

Antonina Mitrofanova, Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Research
Associate Professor, Department of Biomedical and Health Informatics
phone: 973-972-5241 | mobile: 646-290-1530
Email: amitrofa@shp.rutgers.edu
https://www.mitrofanova-lab.org/

Michele Sisco, MPA
Senior Director of Administration
Email: mcoral@shp.rutgers.edu
phone: 973-972-4678

Nipa Sahasrabuddhe
Grants Coordinator
65 Bergen Street, SHP Research Office Suite
phone: 973-972-0817
Email: ns1115@shp.rutgers.edu

Sarah Farrell
Grants Coordinator
65 Bergen Street, SHP Research Office Suite
phone: 973-972-9744
Email: saragold@shp.rutgers.edu

Emily Peters
Research Coordinator
65 Bergen Street, SHP Research Office Suite
phone: 973-972-4778
Email: petersen@shp.rutgers.edu

Veronica Medina
Management Assistant
65 Bergen Street, SHP Research Office Suite
phone:973-972-1789
Email: vm463@shp.rutgers.edu