Senior Research Administration & Grants Lead

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,100 - 95,800; Full time

Job summary

University of Houston System is seeking a senior administrator for the Office of Contracts & Grants in Houston. The role supervises a research administration team, oversees proposal submissions to external funders, and manages cost centers and notices of award, including modifications.

The position requires a 4-year degree and at least seven years of related experience, with opportunities for education or experience substitution. All positions are security-sensitive and equal opportunity.

Qualifications

• Requires a 4 year degree or equivalent related training
• Minimum of seven (7) years of directly job-related experience
• Education may substitute for experience
• Experience may substitute for education

Responsibilities

• Supervises a team conducting research administrative activities, including setting goals, performance appraisals, staff development, and cross-training
• Oversees and reviews the proposal submission process to external funding sources and manages cost center and notice of award creation, including modifications
• Manages departmental outreach and customer service efforts including timely responses to questions from the research community and seeking input from the Director
• Assists with development and implementation of internal operating procedures, coordinates team activities, and provides work direction as needed
• Interprets complex Federal and State regulations, sponsor guidelines, and institutional policy related to proposal and award management for faculty and the research community
• Provides backup to team members and across teams to meet daily operational needs
• Assists with development, modification, and instruction of research compliance training
• Assists with internal and external audits pertaining to Contracts and Grants activities
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant discipline

Job description

University of Houston System is seeking a senior administrator for the Office of Contracts & Grants in Houston. The role supervises a research administration team, oversees proposal submissions to external funders, and manages cost centers and notices of award, including modifications.

The position requires a 4-year degree and at least seven years of related experience, with opportunities for education or experience substitution. All positions are security-sensitive and equal opportunity.