What We Are Looking For
Baylor University is seeking a Post-Award Research Administrator serves as a key
resource within the Office of the Vice Provost for Research (OVPR), advancing
the University’s research mission by providing expert guidance and strategic
support to departmental Business Offices responsible for the day-to-day
administration of sponsored programs. This position plays a critical role in
promoting compliance, consistency, and operational excellence throughout the
post-award lifecycle, while fostering collaborative partnerships that strengthen
research administration across campus.
This position is eligible for remote work.
An Associate’s degree and three years of relevant work experience are required.
A Bachelor’s degree and five years of relevant experience are preferred.
A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of one
another.
All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a
full-time basis.
What You Will Do
Provide expert guidance and support to departmental Business Offices in the
administration of sponsored projects, ensuring adherence to university
policies, sponsor requirements, and federal regulations
Lead comprehensive award kick-off meetings to ensure Business Offices and
Principal Investigators understand project terms and conditions, budget
parameters, and compliance expectations
Advise and assist Business Offices with post-award actions such as no-cost
extensions, carry forward requests, and budget revision requests
Serve as a subject matter expert in interpreting complex or unusual issues
related to sponsored program administration, offering guidance and solutions
that promote best practices and consistency
Conduct high-level portfolio monitoring, with an emphasis on proactive
oversight near project end dates to facilitate timely and accurate closeout
activities
Collaborate with Central Finance, Assurance, and other campus partners to
support research administration compliance at the University
Collaborate with campus training partners to develop and deliver targeted
sessions on post-award administration topics, such as financial management
and compliance, to promote consistency and build confidence across units
Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
Ability to comply with university policies
Maintain regular and punctual attendance
What You Can Expect
As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive
benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous
time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions.
Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s
wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active
college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.
[https://www.baylor.edu/hr/index.php?id=949184]
The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to
pay for this position is $70,000 - $77,000. The full salary range for this
position classification is $61,883.50 - $102,107.70.
This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in
making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills,
knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certification, analysis of
internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.
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vision, Baylor in Deeds [https://strategicplan.web.baylor.edu/]. Also, explore
our great hometown of Waco [https://www.baylor.edu/waco/] and the many
opportunities to engage locally.
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Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all
applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color,
sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability.
Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination
[https://disclosures.web.baylor.edu/notice-non-discrimination] may be read
online.