Manager of Post-Award Research Administration

SRA International; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition remission

Retirement contributions

Job summary

A renowned educational institution in Waco, Texas is seeking a Manager of Post-Award Research Administration. The successful candidate will lead a team of Post-Award Research Administrators, fostering collaboration and enhancing efficiency while maintaining direct involvement with a portfolio of awards. Strong management skills and a Bachelor's degree, alongside relevant work experience, are essential. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package and a salary range of $90,000 to $100,000, with remote work options available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant work experience required.
• Master's degree and ten years of experience are preferred.
• Strong understanding of federal and university regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Post-Award Research Administrators team.
• Streamline and enhance team's efficiency.
• Provide guidance on complex post-award matters.
• Monitor award closeout activities proactively.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on compliance processes.

Skills

Management

Collaboration

Mentorship

Analytical skills

Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Manager of Post-Award Research Administration

Overview

Job Identification: 19930

Posting Date: 03/03/2026, 10:34 PM

Job Schedule: Full time

Locations: 700 S University Parks Drive, Waco, TX, 76706, US

Degree Level: Bachelor

Job Description: The Post-Award Research Administrator Manager plays a key management and supervisory role within the Office of the Vice Provost for Research by overseeing a team of Post-Award Research Administrators who serve as the subject matter experts and a strategic resource to departmental Business Offices that manage the day-to‑day administration of sponsored programs. The Manager will lead the team in fostering a culture of collaboration, consistency, and continuous improvement, while also maintaining a small individual portfolio of awards.

This position is eligible for remote work.

A Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant work experience are required. A Master's degree and ten years of experience are preferred. A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of the degree requirement.

All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What You Will Do

• Lead the Post-Award Research Administrators team, cultivating a supportive, collaborative, and high-performing environment that delivers exceptional service to campus partners
• Identify, design, and implement initiatives that streamline and enhance the team's efficiency
• Actively invest in the team's professional growth through ongoing coaching, training, and mentorship opportunities
• Serve as the primary point of escalation for complex or sensitive post-award research administration matters, providing authoritative guidance and resolution on issues that require advanced interpretation of sponsor, federal, or university regulations
• Provide expert guidance and support to departmental Business Offices in the administration of sponsored projects, ensuring adherence to university policies, sponsor requirements, and federal regulations
• Serve as a subject matter expert in interpreting complex or unusual issues related to sponsored program administration, offering guidance and solutions that promote best practices and consistency
• Lead comprehensive award kick-off meetings to ensure Business Offices and Principal Investigators understand project terms and conditions, budget parameters, and compliance expectations
• Conduct high-level portfolio monitoring, with an emphasis on proactive oversight near project end dates to facilitate timely and accurate closeout activities
• Advise and assist Business Offices with post-award actions such as no-cost extensions, carryforward requests, and budget revision requests
• Collaborate with campus stakeholders, such as Central Finance, Assurance, and other research administration teams, to ensure cohesive and compliant processes
• Collaborate with campus training partners to develop and deliver targeted sessions on post-award administration topics, such as financial management and compliance, to promote consistency and build confidence across units
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission
• Ability to comply with university policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $90,000 - $100,000.

About Us

Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory affirmative action/equal opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.