The Industry team within OSP is responsible for the administration of UAB research related activities which are made possible by funding received from for-profit sources. The Industry team reviews proposals for funding, reviews and negotiates contracts for execution and assists with coordination of internal and external requirements to initiate sponsored programs for UAB.

OSP is organized into teams. Each team operates under the direction of an Associate Director. The Industryteam is headed by Associate Director of Industry Area who reports to the AVP of Sponsored Programs, who in turn reports to the Vice President for Research.