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Research administration

About Massey Cancer Center's research administration

Massey’s administrative team comprises experts across research administration, financial management, human resources, information technology, communications and public relations, and facilities, and facilities management. Explore Massey's comprehensive research administration services below.

Administrative services

Massey’s Cancer Center Support Grant (CCSG) administrative team supports all CCSG-related activities including management of pre- and post-awards, shared resources, research membership, research programs, community outreach and engagement and cancer research training and education initiatives.

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The general administration and project management team provides administrative and project management support for Massey Cancer Center's senior leaders and research members.

For scheduling, administrative support, and any other questions directly related to the Center Director, please contact the administrative team at mccdirector@vcu.edu.

Contact information

  • Michelle Lin, M.B.A.
    Chief administrative officer
    Associate director for research administration
    (804) 826-2685
    mklin@vcu.edu
  • Dymon Bailey
    Senior administrative assistant
  • Molly Dickinson
    Scientific Writer
  • Haley Groesbeck
    Administrative assistant
    (804) 826-7416
    groesbeckh@vcu.edu
  • CJ James
    Senior administrative assistant
    (804) 828-3998
    jamesca@vcu.edu
  • Khadijah Johnson
    Senior administrative assistant
    (804) 826-6636
    johnsonk37@vcu.edu
  • Sharon Jones-Lomotey
    Executive administrative assistant to the director
    (804) 826-8153
    joneslomots@vcu.edu
  • Amy King
    Executive assistant
  • Priscilla Ochsendorf
    Project manager
    (804) 826-6613
    ochsendorfp@vcu.edu
  • Tremayne Robertson, M.Ed., M.S., C.A.S.
    Director for diversity, equity and inclusion
    (804) 828-3114
    tdrobertson@vcu.edu
  • Tiffany Saavedra
    Director of administrative services
    (804) 826-0174
  • Alfreida Taylor
    Customer service representative
    (804) 826-7415
    amtaylor3@vcu.edu
  • Quiona Thompson
    Senior administrative assistant
    (804) 827-0426
    thompsonq@vcu.edu

The Office of Research Development supports members in the development of cancer-focused manuscripts and grant proposals from conceptualization to the final submission. Team science and intra-programmatic, multi-PI projects are highly encouraged. The level of assistance provided during the development process varies based on the complexity of the project and the experience of the investigator(s), and the need for a team approach to develop the proposal.

Support is dependent upon staff availability and priority status. Priority is given to team science grant proposals and proposals in direct alignment with MCC’s strategic plan and research program aims.

Please submit your proposal support request according to the following time frames:

  • Research Grant Proposals (e.g., R01, R21, F31, Supplement, Foundation)
    • At least four weeks prior to the submission deadline without subcontracts
    • At least six weeks if the submission requires subcontract(s)
  • Multi-Component/Multi-Institutional Grant Proposals (e.g., U54, U01, P01, P20)
    • At least sixteen weeks prior to the deadline for team science and/or multi-component/institution submissions
  • Training Grants (e.g., K12, T32)
    • At least sixteen weeks prior to the deadline
    • At least twelve weeks prior to the deadline without Data Table support
  • Manuscripts
    • At least four weeks prior to targeted submission date

Request support from the Office of research development

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VCU Massey Cancer Center’s human resources team supports all Massey employees in their professional and personal life through the administration of benefits, compensation, talent acquisition, workforce development and performance management.

Interested in a career at Massey? Explore employment opportunities

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The information technology (IT) team provides a wide range of IT assistance for those residing within the Goodwin Research Laboratory and Massey building, including Windows and Macintosh desktop support services and troubleshooting, network configuration, equipment installations and upgrades, equipment-lifecycle management recommendations and purchasing consultation.

Submit a request for IT support

If you are having trouble submitting a ticket, or if it is a time-sensitive emergency, then please email us at MasseyITHelp@vcu.edu.

Contact information

  • Bill McCormick
    Director of information technology
    (804) 826-3838
    mccormickww@vcu.edu
  • Peter Calvert
    Audio/visual, network printer, desktop support specialist
    (804) 826-8432
    pcalvert@vcu.edu
  • Everett Wade
    Senior IT analyst
    (804) 826-7219
    jwade7@vcu.edu

The space management and facilities team provides and maintains the physical space and equipment supporting Massey research members and administrative staff. Our services range from ordering and stocking office and hardware supplies, furniture and medical gasses to maintaining fleet and facilities, providing building access and receiving and distributing mail and shipped goods.

Service requests should be directed to Masseyops@vcu.edu.

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The PR and marketing communications team develops and executes integrated internal and external mass communications to grow and protect VCU Massey Cancer Center's brand, support the cancer center's research, education and clinical goals and maximize philanthropic support by communicating Massey’s impact. Explore all Massey-related news and media services at the Massey News Center.

For media requests and communications support, please contact us at massey@vcu.edu.

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The financial management team provides financial assistance for Massey research members and administrative staff. Our services include the development, implementation and monitoring of financial plans that support Massey’s strategic initiatives and operational priorities, as well as management of the Center’s operational budget, accounting, financial reporting, payroll, billing, accounts receivable and accounts payable services and financial compliance functions.

Purchase requests should be directed to masseyorders@vcu.edu.

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