Grants & Research Program Coordinator

University of Missouri-Saint Louis; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 56,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Missouri–Saint Louis is seeking a Senior Program/Project Support Coordinator to coordinate support functions for grant‑funded projects and related academic programs. You will lead data management, grant reporting, budget tracking, and accreditation activities while developing relations with university staff, families, and external partners.

The role emphasizes project coordination, research assistance, and program operations support, with opportunities to contribute to TPSID

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent plus 3 years related experience.
• Master's or terminal degree preferred in related field.
• Experience with grant-funded projects and reporting.
• Experience in higher education, disability services, or related settings.
• Familiarity with databases, spreadsheets, and tracking tools.
• Experience with scholarly activities (research, publications, grants).
• Budget tracking, invoicing, surveys, accreditation documentation.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to meet deadlines.
• Experience communicating with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and families.

Responsibilities

• Data management and systems: collects, enters, reviews, maintains student and program data.
• TPSID data reporting: coordinates data collection and submission timelines; attends data meetings.
• Grant reporting: tracks activities, deliverables, and deadlines; drafts APR content.
• Project coordination & Research Assistance: supports PIs and staff; maintains materials.
• Financial and administrative support: reviews contract docs, invoices, budgets; identifies discrepancies.
• Student, family, and alumni surveys: coordinates distribution and follow‑ups; compiles results.
• Partner and team communication: schedules meetings; tracks needs and deadlines.
• Accreditation support: collects docs, maintains records, tracks timelines.
• Program support: assists with events, recruitment, and logistics.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication

Follow-up skills

Experience with individuals with IDD

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's or terminal degree in related field

Tools

Databases

Spreadsheets

Project tracking tools

Job description

University of Missouri–Saint Louis is seeking a Senior Program/Project Support Coordinator to coordinate support functions for grant‑funded projects and related academic programs. You will lead data management, grant reporting, budget tracking, and accreditation activities while developing relations with university staff, families, and external partners.

The role emphasizes project coordination, research assistance, and program operations support, with opportunities to contribute to TPSID