Senior Research services Coordinator
To coordinate of the pre-award and post-award aspects of the research enterprise to ensure compliance with policies and regulations. Support and enhance research by overseeing and managing the submission, negotiation, and execution of awards. Serves as the lead for the assigned projects. Serves as the lead for the assigned projects for the School of Social Work and the School of Nursing.
Description of Duties
Leads the proposal submission process to external funding sources and manages the notice of award process.
Resolves specific complex non-financial post-award issues of funded projects.
Guides faculty and staff in the development of complex budgets for proposal submission.
Provides guidance and advice to faculty and staff with the development and submission of the most complex proposals for funding as well as time and effort functions.
Reviews award terms and conditions and advises key personnel regarding management of the award.
Consults in the negotiation process of awards/subawards terms and conditions.
Leads the request for award budget modifications in accordance with federal, state and/or university policies and regulations.
Leads the request for substantial changes in sponsored project objectives and changes in key personnel.
Investigates and resolves general pre-award and post-award issues.
Provides advice to other Research Services Coordinators.
Interprets University administrative procedures regarding sponsored research and enforces appropriate relevant regulations.
Coordinates meetings and communications with other university departments to streamline processes and ensure compliance in the management of the award.
Develops and conducts training workshops for the campus community related to sponsored programs.
Reviews administrative procedures and proposes solutions to comply with regulations affecting governmental and private research grants and contracts.
May perform other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received
General direction from department director or assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given
May supervise support staff such as clerical or research assistants.
Required Education
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
Preferred Education
Certified Research Administrator or graduate or professional degree in research administration, business administration, law or public administration.
Licenses/Certifications
None.
Required Experience
Four (4) years of relevant experience, such as grant management, processing contracts and agreements, budgets and financial analysis or writing/editing research or grant management documentation or
Two (2) years of specific experience in the preparation and processing of research grant proposals and/or awards and in their administration with a Master's degree.
Preferred Experience
N/A
Equipment
Standard office equipment. Proficiency in computer applications, to include Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat.
Working Conditions
Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office Environment; some travel and weekend work is required. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Work is performed primarily in a general office environment.
Other
Demonstrated ability to work successfully in diverse settings; the ability to organize and drive programs across a broad spectrum; excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; excellent command of the English language; a willingness to think critically and act independently in those tasks delegated to their care.
Physical Capabilities
N/A
Employment Category Full-Time Minimum Salary Commensurate with Experience Posted Salary Commensurate with Experience Position Available Date 09/05/2023 Grant Funded Position No If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration DateEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Description of Duties
Leads the proposal submission process to external funding sources and manages the notice of award process.
Resolves specific complex non-financial post-award issues of funded projects.
Guides faculty and staff in the development of complex budgets for proposal submission.
Provides guidance and advice to faculty and staff with the development and submission of the most complex proposals for funding as well as time and effort functions.
Reviews award terms and conditions and advises key personnel regarding management of the award.
Consults in the negotiation process of awards/subawards terms and conditions.
Leads the request for award budget modifications in accordance with federal, state and/or university policies and regulations.
Leads the request for substantial changes in sponsored project objectives and changes in key personnel.
Investigates and resolves general pre-award and post-award issues.
Provides advice to other Research Services Coordinators.
Interprets University administrative procedures regarding sponsored research and enforces appropriate relevant regulations.
Coordinates meetings and communications with other university departments to streamline processes and ensure compliance in the management of the award.
Develops and conducts training workshops for the campus community related to sponsored programs.
Reviews administrative procedures and proposes solutions to comply with regulations affecting governmental and private research grants and contracts.
May perform other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received
General direction from department director or assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given
May supervise support staff such as clerical or research assistants.
Required Education
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
Preferred Education
Certified Research Administrator or graduate or professional degree in research administration, business administration, law or public administration.
Licenses/Certifications
None.
Required Experience
Four (4) years of relevant experience, such as grant management, processing contracts and agreements, budgets and financial analysis or writing/editing research or grant management documentation or
Two (2) years of specific experience in the preparation and processing of research grant proposals and/or awards and in their administration with a Master's degree.
Preferred Experience
N/A
Equipment
Standard office equipment. Proficiency in computer applications, to include Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat.
Working Conditions
Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office Environment; some travel and weekend work is required. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Work is performed primarily in a general office environment.
Other
Demonstrated ability to work successfully in diverse settings; the ability to organize and drive programs across a broad spectrum; excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; excellent command of the English language; a willingness to think critically and act independently in those tasks delegated to their care.
Physical Capabilities
N/A
Employment Category Full-Time Minimum Salary Commensurate with Experience Posted Salary Commensurate with Experience Position Available Date 09/05/2023 Grant Funded Position No If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration DateEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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