Research Administrator II- Grants and Contracts Manager

at  Texas Tech University

Major/Essential Functions
Independently review all grant/contract proposal documentation submitted through electronic grants/contracts systems for consistency with University and sponsor policies.
Works with faculty and department adminsitration to ensure the application is reviewed accordingly prior to submission.
Review all inbound awards for accuracy and authorize the establishment and extension of sponsored accounts, including the processing of no-cost extensions and carryover requests.
Negotiates outgoing/incoming subaward agreements.
Assist Academic Departments in the proper administration of sponsored projects. Respond to requests from faculty/staff regarding agency guidelines and relevant institutional policy/procedures.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience OR combination of education and experience to equal 6 years.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated familiarity with sponsored award portfolio
Demonstrated ability to investigate unforeseen questions and scenarios to resolve in an accurate and timely manner
Ability to provide technical advice and information to faculty and staff in area of expertise
Ability to make adminsitrative/procedural decisions and judgements
Aptitude to analyze budgetary line items for compliance with budget guidelines.
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 website.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
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. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website.
Pay Basis
Hourly
Pay Grade Minimum
Salary commensurate with education, experience and/or skills.
Pay Grade Maximum
Salary commensurate with education, experience and/or skills.
Grant Funded?
No
Job Type
Full Time
Job Group
Business Professionals
Shift
Day
Travel Required
Up to 25%
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
N

Please refer the Job description for details