The Office for Research Information Systems (ORIS) is primarily responsible for supporting the strategic and operational needs of ORA and its operating units. ORIS works integrally with VCR organizations to design, develop, maintain, and operate campus-wide enterprise systems critical to UCLA’s research community.
ORIS strives to be an efficient, effective and professional IT organization, leading in research administration solutions, business processes and technology. Its mission is to:
- Deliver strategic technological solutions to achieve the business objectives of UCLA’s research enterprise.
- Improve service, compliance and efficiency in research administration processes.
- Design and operate the technology infrastructure for ORA.
Services We Provide
IT and business analysis services we provide to ORA departments and Research Policy and Compliance.
Systems We Support
Critical research enterprise systems utilized campus-wide that we build and maintain.
Contact Us
Our Service Desk and staff are here to help. Call or send us an email for assistance.
Our Core Values
Let us know how our department is measuring up to our seven core values below. Send your comments and suggestions to pmo@research.ucla.edu.
Service
Providing the highest level of service and customer care in a professional and courteous manner by understanding our customers’ needs and expectations, and building positive relationships.
Quality
Striving for excellence by delivering tested and proven solutions, and by providing high-quality, user-friendly products and services to our customers.
Integrity
Inspiring trust by delivering on our promises, encouraging honest and open communication, and taking responsibility for our actions.
Stewardship
Managing University resources responsibly and effectively while carrying out UCLA’s core mission.
Respect
Demonstrating esteem and appreciation towards other people and organizations, and treating people with politeness and consideration, regardless of differences.
Teamwork
Working together efficiently to achieve common goals by sharing knowledge and ideas, and building consensus.
Efficiency
Streamlining processes to achieve optimal results.