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CHEManager International · 1 day ago

RESEARCH SERVICES COORDINATOR

McAllen, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

CHEManager International is seeking a Research Services Coordinator to support faculty and staff in the grant application process. The role involves planning, coordinating, and processing grant applications while ensuring compliance with regulations and facilitating communication among stakeholders.

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Responsibilities

Responsible for the administrative aspect of the research process within the assigned projects, including pre and post award activities and regular communications with faculty and staff

Assists principal investigators, faculty and staff with grant application, budget development, submission and monitoring of grant proposals and awards

Assists faculty and staff in the grant acquisition and administration process, including developing grant proposals, budget preparation, audit activities and periodic reports

Researches and identifies research funding opportunities and matches to appropriate faculty

Collaborates with different entities to monitor research proposal opportunities and processes; ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations

Reviews and provides feedback on draft proposals by faculty and staff for institutional and funding agency compliance, as well as for accuracy, completeness, clarity and responsiveness in accordance with grant application guidelines and requirements

Acts as liaison with other university offices or external offices in regards to procedural and financial aspects of the assigned research projects/grant activities

Coordinates meetings with faculty, staff, and students regarding research and innovative education opportunities including, but not limited to symposia, conferences, and travel

Monitors and maintains timely and accurate budget information for reports, as required

Coordinates committee meetings and serves as committee member, as needed

Advises administrators, faculty, and staff on UTRGV policies and procedures with regard to grant activities with the research enterprise

Supervises assigned support staff and temporary employees

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Grant proposal preparationBudget developmentCompliance knowledgeFinancial analysisResearch funding identificationOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsTime managementRelationship building

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university

Two (2) years of relevant experience, such as processing/reviewing contracts and agreements, budgets and financial analysis, writing or editing grant/proposal/contract documents; or government, non-profit administration experience or

One (1) years of specific experience in the administration, preparation, and processing of research grant proposals and/or awards

Exceptional planning and organizational skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Working knowledge of university administration policies, practices and procedures for the research enterprise

Ability to manage time sensitive deadlines; manage multiple priorities and be attentive to detail; and protect the integrity and confidentiality of research data

Ability to establish and maintain relationships with government agencies, corporations, foundations, faculty, administrators and staff