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Who We Are

What We Want

The SRS Research Administrator I pre-award is responsible for research proposal preparation and submission; 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.

What You Need To Know

Salary: Commensurate

Please Note: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.

Location: SRS offices are located in College, Station, Texas.

Qualifications

Required Education

• Bachelor's degree or any equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of related experience in accounting at a university or business environment developing budget.

• Research administration experience with Texas A&M System or other university systems.

• Knowledge of Federal grant and contract regulations and practical application of current research administration issues.

• Knowledge of university policies and procedures.

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.).

• Proficient in creating and manipulating spreadsheets, word processing and database software systems.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication,

• organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Experience using word processing, spreadsheet and database software.

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

• Thrives in a fast-paced environment

• Delivers exceptional customer service in a high-volume setting

• Has strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Excels at multitasking and managing changing priorities

• Communicates confidently and effectively with team members and stakeholder.

• Thinks independently and proactively solves problems.

• Works well in a collaborative and customer-focused team

Responsibilities

• Proposal Preparation and Coordination- Provides support to researchers in the preparation of standard proposals, which includes determining the sponsor's requirements and preparing 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. Prepares 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. Communicate 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.

• Support faculty members in the preparation, review, and submission of researchproposals.

• Interpret and effectively communicate sponsor guidelines to ensure compliancewith all requirements.

• Budget preparation and compliance verification with sponsor regulations and TexasA&M University System Member policies.

• Coordinate and compile proposal materials in collaboration with internal andexternal collaborators.

• Ensure accurate final proposal preparation, review and submission while adheringto strict deadlines.

Why Texas A&M University?

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 leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month

• Automatically enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas.

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time.

• Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining, 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.

Our Commitment

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/Veterans/Disability Employer.