SRS Research Administrator I

Job Title

SRS Research Administrator I

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Sponsored Research Services

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who We Are

Sponsored Research Services (SRS) is a consortium of research administrators supporting Texas A&M University System members. We provide efficient and superior research administration services to members of The Texas A&M University System in Brazos County, Galveston and Qatar. SRS teams work with stakeholders to provide expertise and assistance with proposal submissions, in negotiation of external contracts, and in project administration throughout the life of the award. To learn more, visit https://vpr.tamu.edu/division-units/sponsored-research-services.

What We Want

Sponsored Research Services is seeking a Research Administrator I that will be responsible for research proposal preparation and submission for the Pre-Award Team; providing support to researchers in the preparation and submission of standard research proposals which includes determining the sponsor’s requirements; and preparing budgets and forms according to the guidelines established by The Texas A&M University System, Federal Cost Accounting Standards, and sponsor guidelines. We seek to hire a candidate who will support our commitment to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences per our Core Values. The preferred candidate will have a bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field and prior experience within the TAMUS or other university setting. Prior knowledge of Federal grant and contract regulations and practical application of current research administration issues, as they pertain to sponsored research, is a plus. We are looking to hire a candidate who is a team player and who will promote collaboration and cooperation while working within a team. If the description sounds interesting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity to join our team.

What You Need To Know

Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire’s experience.

A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.

Position Details: Hybrid/Remote Work Option: Due to the nature of this position, a hybrid or remote work arrangement may be available for workplace flexibility.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Experience using word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
• Attention to detail skills and ability to work productively as part of a team.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field.
• Experience in pre-award sponsored research administration.
• Research administration experience within the A&M System or other university setting.
• Knowledge of Federal grant and contract regulations and practical application of current research administration issues.
• Experience in providing customer service.
• Experience in developing budgets.
  
  
  

Responsibilities

• Proposal Coordination - Provides support to researchers in the preparation of standard proposals, which includes determining the sponsor’s requirements. Prepares budgets and forms according to the guidelines established by Texas A&M University, Office of Management and Budget Circulars, Federal Cost Accounting Standards, and sponsor guidelines. Prepares supplementary proposal documents, under moderate supervision, and ensures proposals are complete before forwarding to the sponsor. Provides proposal revisions and responds to requests related to proposal submissions. Coordinates with researchers, department/unit heads, deans, directors, and staff to resolve proposal issues and provides information as requested.
• Proposal Review and Compliance - Reviews standard proposals for compliance issues. Reviews program announcements and, with moderate direction, determines pertinent proposal requirements. Communicates guidelines and proposal requirements to Principal Investigators. Acquires basic knowledge of human subjects, animal subjects, Recombinant DNA, Export Controls, etc.
• Proposal Submission - Provides support to researchers in the submission of proposals. Enters proposal information into required submission systems (i.e., Grants.gov, etc.) and financial systems. Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Why Texas A&M University?

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. 

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
  
  
  

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.