PreAward Management Administrator I

PreAward Management Administrator I Texas A&M University - 4.3 College Station, TX Job Details Full-time $50,000 - $55,000 a year 3 hours ago Benefits AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Microsoft Word Cost Accounting Standards Customer communication Research proposal writing Customer service Faculty collaboration Spreadsheets Academic institution experience Word embeddings Financial software No experience needed Mid-level Bachelor's degree in business administration Compliance management Bachelor's degree Budget restrictions for grants Organizational skills Research administration Business Administration Accounting standards Colleges/universities Budget preparation Research budget management Business Communication skills Project stakeholder communication Cross-functional communication Under 1 year Financial compliance University experience Full Job Description Job Title PreAward Management Administrator I Agency Texas A&M University Department Sponsored Research Services Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description Who We Are Sponsored Research Services (SRS) provides research administration services to The Texas A&M University System. We further the research goals of the university by delivering efficient and superior service to members of the Texas A&M System research community. Through our services, SRS teams work with several stakeholders to ensure the success of research projects. To learn more, visit https://vpr.tamu.edu/division-units/sponsored-research-services . What We Do Support faculty members in the preparation, review, and submission of research proposals. Interpret and effectively communicate sponsor guidelines to ensure compliance with all requirements. Budget preparation and compliance verification with sponsor regulations and Texas A&M University System Member policies. Coordinate and compile proposal materials in collaboration with internal and external collaborators. Ensure accurate final proposal preparation, review and submission while adhering to strict deadlines. Who We Want Thrives in a fast-paced environment. Delivers exceptional customer service in a high-volume setting. Has strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Excels at multitasking and managing changing priorities. Communicates confidently and effectively with team members and stakeholders. Thinks independently and proactively solves problems. Works well in a collaborative and customer-focused team. What You Need to

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$50,000.00 - $55,000.00/annually.

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SRS offices are located in College, Station, Texas. Job Description Summary The SRS Research Administrator I pre-award is responsible for research proposal preparation and submission; providing support to researchers in the preparation and submission of standard research proposals which includes determining the sponsor's requirements; and preparing budgets and forms according to the guidelines established by The Texas A&M University System, Federal Cost Accounting Standards and sponsor guidelines. Responsibilities Proposal Preparation and Coordination - Provides support to researchers in the preparation of standard proposals, which includes determining the sponsor's requirements and preparing budgets and forms according to the guidelines established by Texas A&M University, Office of Management and Budget Circulars, Federal Cost Accounting Standards and sponsor guidelines. Prepares supplementary proposal documents, under moderate supervision, and ensures proposals are complete before forwarding to the sponsor. Prepares proposal revisions and responds to requests related to proposal submissions. Coordinates with researchers, department/unit heads, deans, directors and staff to resolve proposal issues and provides information as requested. Proposal Review and Compliance - Reviews standard proposals for compliance issues. Reviews program announcements and, with moderate direction, determines pertinent proposal requirements. Communicate guidelines and proposal requirements to Principal Investigators. Acquires basic knowledge of human subjects, animal subjects, Recombinant DNA, Export Controls, etc. Proposal Submission - Provides support to researchers in the submission of proposals. Enters proposal information into required submission systems (i.e., Grants.gov, etc.) and financial systems. Qualifications Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree or any equivalent combination of education and experience. No prior experience required. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field. Experience in pre-award sponsored research administration. Research administration experience within the A&M System or other university setting. Knowledge of Federal grant and contract regulations and practical application of current research administration issues. Knowledge of Word and Excel. Experience in providing customer service. Experience in developing budgets. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational and interpersonal skills. Experience using word processing, spreadsheet and database software. Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. Why Texas A&M University? We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 12- 15 days of annual paid holidays Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month Automatic enrollment in the

Teacher Retirement System of Texas Health and Wellness:

Free exercise programs and release time

Professional Development:

All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees Our Commitment Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all pers p ectives, talents & lived experience s . Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Int egrity , and Selfless Service . All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.