Senior Grants Specialist, Research Development

UT Southwestern Medical Center
Dallas, TX
Job Description
Role Overview

Works under minimal supervision to provide administrative support to researchers by identifying funding opportunities, assisting with proposal preparation and processing, negotiating contracts, receiving awards, and assisting in administration.

What You Will Do

Coordinate project logistics, participate in proposal planning, facilitate communication and coordination among faculty investigators, research administration, and institutional partners, and provide grants management support to researchers.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This position requires a strong background in business or public administration, with emphasis on customer service in financial or contracting positions, and a preferred certification as a Certified Research Administrator (CRA).

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in business administration, public administration, or related field
  • 4 years of experience in business or public administration with emphasis on customer service in financial or contracting position

Benefits

  • PPO medical plan
  • 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
  • Paid Time Off
  • Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
  • Paid Parental Leave Benefit
  • Wellness programs
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
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