Research Administrator I

43055BR

Extended Job Title:

Research Administrator I

Org Level 1:

Texas Tech Unv Hlth Sci Ctr El Paso

Position Description:

Performs routine pre-award and/or post-award sponsored programs activities associated with management and oversight of the life cycle of awards.

Requisition ID:

43055BR

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Major/Essential Functions:

• Review local, private, foundation and corporation grants. Provide education and support to faculty/staff during the proposal development process, while keeping the Directors of Sponsored Programs (SP) abreast of all potential submissions. Ensure compliance with institutional policy, agency guidelines and all relevant laws and regulations.

• Assist faculty and staff with the preparation of assigned proposals to local, private, foundation and corporation sponsors.

• Ensure all sponsored program documents and information are saved accurately and in the appropriate location.

• Review and approve new fund requests and budget revisions for each budget period of an awarded sponsored project.

• Serve as liaison between the Principal Investigator and the sponsoring agency as well as the liaison between Sponsored Programs and other institutional departments.

• Ensure individuals and institutions are not debarred from receiving grants/contracts and that all necessary research committee approvals are in place.

• Verify all required institutional, federal and state approvals, including institutional approvals such as IRB, IACUC, IBS, FCOI, etc.

• Assist with internal funding programs.

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Adhere to all policies, procedures and practices (Regents Rules, TTUS, HSECEP OPs, etc.)

• Personally, and consistently, demonstrate, display and act in accordance with Texas Tech Health El Paso’s Values (Service, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Advancement, and Teamwork). Serve as a Value's leader while actively promoting and encouraging staff across the institution.

• Remain current with all licensure, certifications and mandatory compliances and trainings required of this position.

Grant Funded?:

No

Minimum Hire Rate:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected

Pay Basis:

Hourly

Work Location:

El Paso

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience related to grants and contracts administration.

• Experience with electronic filing systems and database programs

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to read, hear and comprehend technical and regulatory information and to convey key information to others

• Strong computer skills

• Knowledge of Excel

Campus:

HSC - El Paso

Department:

Research Sponsored Programs

Required Attachments:

Resume / CV, Transcript

Job Type:

Full Time

Pay Statement:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage.

Job Group:

Executive and Admin Assistants

Shift:

Day

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and one year of experience OR combination of education and experience to equal five years

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

No

Jeanne Clery Act:

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx