Research Grants Coordinator

Talent Groups; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Groups is hiring a Pre-Award Grants Specialist / Research Administration Coordinator in Dallas, TX. This hybrid 3+ month contract role involves reviewing grant applications for technical compliance and ensuring proper documentation and formatting, primarily for NIH submissions. Responsibilities include managing high volumes of submissions, communicating with department staff for corrections, and using an internal grant system for tracking purposes. A strong attention to detail and experience in research administration are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in research administration or grant management.
• Strong attention to detail for technical compliance in applications.

Responsibilities

• Review research department applications/submissions for technical compliance.
• Ensure correct formatting and documentation for grant applications.
• Manage high volume of submissions, especially in peak periods.

Job description

This is W2 role and a 3+ months Contract and the location is in Dallas TX 75390/ Hybrid.

We are seeking a Pre-Award Grants Specialist / Research Administration Coordinator to support high-volume proposal submissions within Sponsored Programs Administration. This role focuses on reviewing grant applications for technical compliance, formatting, and documentation accuracy (NIH and other sponsors) – not scientific content.

Key Responsibilities

• Reviewing research department applications/submissions for technical compliance (NOT the scientific content).
• Ensuring correct formatting and all required documentation (esp. NIH, which may involve foreign collaborations).
• Managing high volume of submissions, especially in May–June.
• Communicating with department admin/lab staff (not direct researchers), requesting corrections as needed, and facilitating back-and-forth to finalize submissions.
• Using internal grant system for tracking and updates.
• Preparing proposals for final routing to manager/director, who acts as "signing official."