Services

Our aim at Australasian Academic Research Facilitation Services is to act as a conduit between business and academia to ensure the smooth, efficient and cost effective use of research funding whilst ensuring the project remains result focused.

We have the capability to manage our clients' research projects in strict anonymity if this is required . In these circumstances we can act as the point of contact with the research staff and institute ensuring complete confidentiality for clients who may, for example, require to keep their interest in a specific area of research confidential from their competitors.

Our team of professional staff have a wealth of experience in the research sector both from the academic and private sector. For each client we prepare an individual package of tailored services to meet each client’s research project needs. The packages can range from making recommendations on appropriate research institutes for a particular project, to the complete coordination of a series of multi discipline projects.

Our services include:

    •  Expert advice for the research project's conception planning;
    •  Locating alternative sources of co-funding or grants;
    •  Advice regarding taxation and legal issues associated with the project;
    •  Sourcing the correct academic(s) and research facility;
    •  Interviewing potential research staff;
    •  Drafting contractual arrangements between the parties;
    •  Assisting with applications for appropriate visas if required;
    •  Evaluation and management of the commercial risks of the project;
    •  Guidance with intellectual property rights issues; and
    •  Auditing of the projects finances and results.