Decision No. 14/2008/QĐ-BKHCN stipulates the method for preparing the budget estimate for basic research topics funded by the National Science and Technology Development Fund, to be piloted from the date it comes into effect.
Scope of application
Organizations and individuals participating in implementing basic research topics funded by the National Science and Technology Development Fund.
Key points
- The head of the topic and members are assigned specific positions, with scientific labor costs based on the time spent working on the topic (maximum 7 people).
- Costs for purchasing raw materials, fuels, and consumable supplies for research purposes.
- The budget does not include expenses for purchasing equipment and devices (except in special cases), nor does it cover expenses for attending international conferences and seminars.
- Travel and mission expenses are specified in detail.
- Scientific labor cost standards for each position in the topic.
- Indirect costs amount to 5% of total direct costs for organizations with regular operating budgets, and 7% for those without.
🌐 Social impact of this document
- Creating opportunities for organizations and individuals to participate in scientific research.
- Reducing the burden of purchasing equipment and devices for the topic.
- Strict management is required to prevent wastage of funds.
❓ Frequently asked questions
How is the scientific labor cost determined?
Scientific labor costs are based on the time spent working on the topic (maximum 7 people) and the scientific labor cost standards set forth in Article 3 of this Decision.
Are there funds available for purchasing equipment and devices?
Expenses for purchasing equipment and devices are not included. In exceptional cases where necessary, the Fund will consider providing support up to a total value of 30 million VND.
Are there funds available to support participation in international conferences and seminars?
Expenses for attending international conferences and seminars are not included. Organizations and individuals must submit a proposal for the Fund to consider providing support.
What are the scientific labor cost standards for each position?
Head of the topic: 6.92 x S2 x E; Key Research Member, Scientific Secretary: 5.42 x S2 x E; Research Student: 3.66 x S2 x E; Technician, Other Supporting Staff: 2.86 x S2 x E.
How are indirect costs determined?
The standard for indirect costs is 5% of total direct costs for organizations with regular operating budgets, and 7% for those without.
Full text
Pursuant to …;
Regarding the pilot application of the method for preparing project budget for basic research topics funded by the National Research Development Fund
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BỘ TRƯỞNG BỘ KHOA HỌC VÀ CÔNG NGHỆ
Pursuant to Decree No. 28/2008/NĐ-CP dated March 14, 2008 of the Government stipulating the functions, tasks, powers, and organizational structure of the Ministry of Science and Technology;
Pursuant to Decree No. 122/2003/NĐ-CP dated October 22, 2003 of the Government on the establishment of the National Research Development Fund; After reaching consensus with the Ministry of Finance;
Considering the proposal of the Chairman of the Management Board and the Director of the National Research Development Fund,
DECISION:
Article 1. Pilot Application of Method for Preparing Project Budget for Basic Research Topics
Allow the pilot application of the method for preparing project budget for basic research topics funded by the National Research Development Fund (hereinafter referred to as the Fund).
Article 2. Items of Project Budget
The items of project budget for basic research topics funded by the Fund include direct costs and indirect costs.
1. Direct Costs
a) Scientific Labor Expenses
Members participating in implementing basic research topics funded by the Fund shall be classified into one of the following positions:
- Topic Leader;
- Key Researcher and Science Secretary;
- Graduate Student participating in the research topic;
- Technician and other supporting staff.
Scientific labor expenses for participants in the topic shall be determined based on the position within the topic according to the working time for the topic (number of converted months, each month being 22 days, each day being 8 hours) and the scientific labor rate specified in Article 3 of this Decision.
The number of members participating in implementing one basic research topic funded by the Fund for the purpose of budgeting scientific labor expenses shall not exceed seven people.
b) Purchase Cost of Raw Materials, Fuels, and Consumables
The purchase cost of raw materials, fuels, and consumables includes the cost of purchasing raw materials, fuels, and consumable supplies directly serving the research activities of the topic.
c) Procurement of Equipment and Devices
The budget for implementing basic research topics funded by the Fund does not include procurement costs for equipment and devices. In special cases where necessary, upon approval by the Management Board, the Fund may consider funding the procurement of equipment and devices directly serving the implementation of research contents of the topic, with a total value not exceeding 30 million VND.
d) Travel and Business Trip Expenses
Travel and business trip expenses include transportation fees, accommodation rental fees, and lodging allowances for members participating in basic research topics traveling domestically to carry out research activities of the topic; attending domestic scientific conferences and seminars.
The budget for implementing basic research topics funded by the Fund does not include travel expenses for attending international scientific conferences and seminars. Organizations and individuals wishing to participate in international scientific conferences and seminars must submit an application according to the Fund's regulations to request funding consideration from the Fund.
đ) Outsourcing Service Fees
Outsourcing service fees include fees for using research equipment, sample analysis, consulting, surveying, data collection, translation, and printing services.
e) Other Direct Costs
Other direct costs include expenses for organizing roundtable discussions, specialized meetings, and scientific seminars of the topic; expenses for welcoming delegations, hiring foreign experts; purchasing literature and data.
2. Indirect Costs include expenses supporting the main organization of the topic in fulfilling management responsibilities as stipulated by the Fund.
Article 3. Budgetary Standards for Research Funding Expenses
1. The standard for scientific labor costs for research positions funded by the Fund shall be determined for one month of converted work (consisting of 22 working days, each day 8 hours) as follows:
Where:
T = S11 x S22 x E
T - Scientific labor cost (VND / converted month)
S1 - Position coefficient (as specified in the table below)
S2 - Scientific labor coefficient (as specified in the table below)
E - Minimum wage standard as prescribed by the State.
|
Serial number |
Research Position |
Position Coefficient (S1) |
Scientific Labor Coefficient (S2) |
|
|
1 |
Principal Investigator |
6,92 |
Equivalent to Level 3/6, Senior Researcher Rank. |
2,5 |
|
2 |
Key Research Member; Scientific Secretary |
5,42 |
Equivalent to Level 4/8, Chief Researcher Rank. |
2,0 |
|
3 |
Doctoral Student |
3,66 |
Equivalent to Level 5/9, Researcher Rank. |
1,5 |
|
4 |
Technician, Other Supporting Staff |
2,86 |
Equivalent to Level 6/12, Technician Rank. |
1,2 |
2. Direct cost standards stipulated in Points b, c, d, đ, and e Clause 1 Article 2 of this Decision shall apply the current State regulations.
3. Indirect cost standards stipulated in Clause 2 Article 2 of this Decision shall be determined at 5% of total direct costs for organizations regularly supported by the State and 7% of total direct costs for organizations not regularly supported by the State.
Article 4. Responsibility for Guidance on Implementation
The Fund shall be responsible for guiding organizations and individuals participating in basic research projects funded by the Fund to prepare project budget estimates according to this Decision.
After the trial implementation period, the Fund shall be responsible for leading and coordinating with related organizations and individuals to conduct a summary, draw lessons learned, and recommend adjustments to the Minister of Science and Technology as appropriate to meet practical requirements.
Article 5. Effectiveness and Responsibility for Implementation
This Decision takes effect 15 days from the date of publication in the Official Gazette.
The Fund Management Board and the Fund Director, heads of units under the Ministry, and related organizations and individuals are responsible for implementing this Decision./.
DEPUTY MINISTER
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