Sponsored Projects Grants Specialist - Hybrid

UTHealth Houston; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid medical premiums

Generous paid time off

Longevity pay

State retirement plan

Gym membership discounts

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

UTHealth Houston seeks a Sponsored Projects Administrator to oversee grants and contracts across multiple departments. You will review, negotiate, and finalize complex research agreements while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and UT system policies.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with at least two years of experience in research administration or contract negotiation, and a hybrid on-site/remote work arrangement in Texas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; Doctorate in life science or JD preferred.
• 2 years of experience in research/research administration or healthcare contract negotiation.
• Hybrid work arrangement with on-site and remote days.
• Residency in Texas is required.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, negotiate, and manage complex research agreements and subawards to protect university assets and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate between SPA and OTM; attend PI meetings to assess relationships and IP terms.
• Collaborate with Legal Affairs, CPHS, Procurement, and UT System on IP, data ownership, and regulatory issues.
• Educate faculty and administrators on contract policies and procedures; support process improvements.

Skills

Grant administration

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

IP terms & ownership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Doctorate in life science or JD

Job description

UTHealth Houston seeks a Sponsored Projects Administrator to oversee grants and contracts across multiple departments. You will review, negotiate, and finalize complex research agreements while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and UT system policies.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with at least two years of experience in research administration or contract negotiation, and a hybrid on-site/remote work arrangement in Texas.