Senior Learning & Engagement Specialist, Research Admin

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Telework eligible

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin Office of Sponsored Projects seeks a Senior Learning and Engagement Specialist to advance learning initiatives for the UT research community. You will translate evolving sponsorship requirements into practical guidance and build strong partnerships across campus.

You will plan and facilitate instructor‑led sessions, coordinate resources, and support continuous improvement of the OSP Learning Continuum and Ambassador program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Education, Communications, Public Administration, Higher Education, or a related field.
• Five years of progressively responsible professional experience in research administration, higher education, organizational learning, stakeholder engagement, communications, program coordination, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience planning, facilitating, or delivering presentations, workshops, training sessions, or other educational programs for varied audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships and work effectively with various stakeholders.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex information into clear, practical guidance.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize competing responsibilities, and work independently in a collaborative environment.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other collaboration technologies.

Responsibilities

• Partner with OSP leadership, subject matter experts, and campus stakeholders to identify emerging learning needs, operational challenges, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships across the UT research community to understand evolving research administration practices and strengthen partnerships.
• Monitor trends, recurring questions, sponsor changes, and stakeholder feedback to identify opportunities for new or enhanced educational resources and outreach initiatives.
• Communicate stakeholder feedback, emerging issues, and recommendations to OSP leadership to inform learning priorities.
• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate instructor‑led learning opportunities, including workshops, orientations, webinars, office hours, cohort‑based programs, and other educational sessions for research administrators and OSP staff.
• Deliver engaging learning experiences using a variety of instructional and facilitation techniques that encourage knowledge sharing, discussion, and practical application.
• Coordinate subject matter expert participation to support high‑quality learning opportunities.
• Support implementation and continuous improvement of the OSP Learning Continuum and related professional development initiatives.
• Support implementation and ongoing coordination of the OSP Learning Ambassador Program
• Monitor sponsor, federal, state, university, and OSP policy, procedure, and system changes affecting research administration.
• Analyze operational impacts and collaborate with subject matter experts to translate complex requirements into practical guidance for the research community.
• Identify recurring questions, emerging issues, and knowledge gaps that may require new or revised educational resources.
• Support the development of consistent messaging and guidance related to evolving research administration requirements.
• Develop and maintain operational guidance and educational resources, including reference guides, FAQs, job aids, workflow documents, templates, and other knowledge resources.
• Collaborate with team members to support the development and dissemination of educational content through a variety of learning and communication channels.
• Coordinate periodic review and maintenance of educational resources to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with current sponsor and university requirements.
• Participate in cross‑functional projects and strategic initiatives that support OSP operational excellence.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Learning and Engagement services, processes, and resources.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Presentation facilitation

Organizational skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin Office of Sponsored Projects seeks a Senior Learning and Engagement Specialist to advance learning initiatives for the UT research community. You will translate evolving sponsorship requirements into practical guidance and build strong partnerships across campus.

You will plan and facilitate instructor‑led sessions, coordinate resources, and support continuous improvement of the OSP Learning Continuum and Ambassador program.