NCURA, founded in 1959, is an organization of individuals with professional interests in the administration of sponsored programs (research, education and training), primarily at colleges and universities.
The National Council of University Research Administrators (NCURA) was initiated in 1958 to aid in the evolution of the profession of Research Administration from that of a part-time job performed by persons with other primary duties into that of a full-time profession with specific requirements.
NCURA has been the premier professional association for university research administrators since that time.
[6] Regular membership is available for individuals engaged in administration of sponsored programs in a university or research institution.
Associate membership is Available to other individuals whose work is related to the administration of such programs.