Job Details

Division: Texas Heart Institute at BCM

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Location: Hybrid within Greater Houston, TX

Salary Range: $88,583 - $110,000

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Summary

The Texas Heart Institute at Baylor College of Medicine is seeking an experienced Manager, Research Administration to lead the administrative functions of its research mission. The Center receives approximately $10M in sponsored funds annually and is looking for an enthusiastic leader to support its growing portfolio. The ideal candidate will have expertise in industry-sponsored grants and contracts as well as a working knowledge of federal and state awards. This role will be involved with pre and post award grant management, so experience with both areas is needed.

Potential for hybrid work after initial training period.

Employees with CRA certification are eligible for certification pay.

Job Duties

• Oversee research administration team supporting pre-award and post-award processes in accordance with sponsor and college policies
• Provide financial management and accountability, including developing budgets, monitoring budget and grant expenditures, reconciling accounts, financial reporting, and ensuring federal and institutional accounting standards are met
• Develop and mentor staff in grants administration, BCM processes, and regulatory compliance
• Communicate with investigators on research finances, funding availability, and laboratory staffing
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree. Certified Research Administrator certification through the Research Administrators Certification Council (RACC) may substitute for the degree requirement.
• Four years of relevant experience.

Department Specific Criteria

• Strong grant management background in academic institution
• Experience with clinical research grant management

Work Authorization Requirement:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

Requisition ID: 24016