Grants & Research Administration Specialist

Utmb; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health in Galveston, TX, seeks a Grants Administrator to serve as the department's expert on government regulation of externally funded research and to provide training to faculty and staff.

The role acts as the primary liaison with Sponsored Programs, NIH, and other research bodies, while developing and maintaining research budgets, analyzing financial data, and ensuring compliance with policies and timelines. A Bachelor's degree and five years of related experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and five years related experience in research financial management.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary liaison between the Department and all other departments relating to research activities.
• Serves as the primary contact with Sponsored Programs, federal institutions (NIH) and other private research organizations.
• Manages, analyzes, and interprets financial data utilizing statistical and data management software.
• Develops and maintains research budgets and monitors expenses for compliance with federal, state, and institutional policies.
• Works jointly with all Principal Investigators within the department to facilitate and support research.
• Advises Departmental Administrators, Principal Investigators, and staff on fiscal responsibilities and project timelines.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.

Skills

Financial data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

UTMB Health in Galveston, TX, seeks a Grants Administrator to serve as the department's expert on government regulation of externally funded research and to provide training to faculty and staff.

The role acts as the primary liaison with Sponsored Programs, NIH, and other research bodies, while developing and maintaining research budgets, analyzing financial data, and ensuring compliance with policies and timelines. A Bachelor's degree and five years of related experience are required.