Pediatrics Research Grants Lead

UTSW; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan day one

Paid Time Off day one

Retirement Programs through TRS

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks a Senior Grants Specialist in Pediatrics to manage and administer research grants, monitor award agreements, and serve as the primary contact for faculty on sponsored programs. The role supports proposal development, award processing, and reporting throughout the life of awards.

The department highlights a national reputation in pediatric care and the opportunity to work with multiple divisions and researchers to advance scientific discovery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or related field.
• 4 years of experience in business or public administration with emphasis on customer service in financial or contracting position.
• Applicants with significant applicable experience may be considered in lieu of education requirement.
• Certified Research Administrator (CRA) upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Gathers and provides information regarding funding opportunities and application procedures.
• Provides guidance to researchers for proposal development and submission by interpreting sponsor and university announcements.
• Provides grants management support to researchers by negotiating and processing awards and completing required reports.
• Negotiates contracts with agencies, pharmaceutical and biotechnological companies to reach satisfactory agreements.
• Drafts contracts following state laws and Board of Regents' guidelines.
• Supervises Grants and Contracts Specialist and administrative positions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Grant management

Proposal development

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration/public administration/related field

Tools

Certified Research Administrator (CRA)

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks a Senior Grants Specialist in Pediatrics to manage and administer research grants, monitor award agreements, and serve as the primary contact for faculty on sponsored programs. The role supports proposal development, award processing, and reporting throughout the life of awards.

The department highlights a national reputation in pediatric care and the opportunity to work with multiple divisions and researchers to advance scientific discovery.