Post-Award Staff

Phone: 949-824-3510
Email: jpenh@uci.edu
Office: Hybrid / 5212 Natural Sciences II

Joyce has significant experience in research administration, beginning at UCLA in 2008. In 2012, she joined the School of Biological Sciences at UCI. Her primary role is to lead the post-award team and provide post-award support to faculty and researchers, from account set up to award closeout. Joyce enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, and exploring new places.

Phone: 949-824-4740
Email: sjcontre@uci.edu
Office: Hybrid / 5201 Natural Sciences II

Shana came to UCI in 2015, where she joined the Department of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry in the School of Biological Sciences as a Purchasing Coordinator. In 2016, she became a Finance Analyst for the department and has continued to handle post-award functions managing research grants and discretionary funding for BioSci’s faculty. When not working, Shana volunteers at her daughter’s school and attends her sporting events. During her down time, Shana thoroughly enjoys spending quality time with her family, friends and dogs.

Phone: 949-824-4776
Email: legaspil@uci.edu
Office: Hybrid / 5201 Natural Sciences II

Leslie May is a UCI alum who joined the School of Biological Sciences in May 2022. In 2017, she earned her master’s degree in public administration with a concentration in Public Finance Management. She has worked in the field of education since 2011, from tutoring and teaching to university administration. Leslie May’s primary role in the School is managing research grants for Ecology and Evolutionary Biology faculty.

Email: amostl@uci.edu
Office: Hybrid / 5201 Natural Sciences II

Email: matthjk5@uci.edu
Office: Hybrid / 5201 Natural Sciences II

Email: miguer5@uci.edu
Office: Hybrid / 5201 Natural Sciences II

If you are unsure who to contact, please send an email to bio-awards@uci.edu.