Sandra Cochran, Human Resources Coordinator
telephone: (716) 878-4046, Ext. 204
e-mail: cochrasa@rf.buffalostate.edu

Ms. Cochran is the Human Resources Coordinator and is responsible for all aspects related to Research Foundation payroll. She also has oversight of administration of employee time and leave, Research Foundation health, dental and vision benefits, retirement benefits, unemployment issues and employee relations issues. Ms. Cochran reviews personnel appointments and changes for compliance with Research Foundation policies, sponsor guidelines as well as federal and state employment laws, such as the Family and Medical Leave Act, Disability and Workers Compensation. Ms. Cochran also assists project directors and support staff with employee relations policies including the implementation of performance programs and progressive discipline procedures, as well as non-resident alien visa and taxation issues.