Job Title

SRS Research Administrator I

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Sponsored Research Services

Proposed Minimum Salary

$4,166.67 monthly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who We Are

Sponsored Research Services (SRS) provides research administration services to The Texas A&M University System. We further the research goals of the university by delivering efficient and superior service to members of the Texas A&M System research community. Through our services, SRS teams work with several stakeholders to ensure the success of research projects. To learn more, visit https://vpr.tamu.edu/division-units/sponsored-research-services.

What We Want

The SRS Research Administrator I processes and submits journal entries for post-award administrators to review and resolve issues with sponsored projects. Responsible for processing, reconciling, and providing financial data to management, and auditors. Responsible for assisting with the development, maintenance, and updates within Laserfiche products. Responsible for property management of equipment. Assist with travel coordination and expense approvals.

What You Need To Know

Salary: $50,000/annually

A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or any equivalent combination of education or experience

• No prior experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Research administration experience with Texas A&M System or other university systems.

• Knowledge of applications used by A&M System members, such as FAMIS, Canopy, Business Objects, AggieBuy, Maestro, and Laserfiche.

• Knowledge of Federal grants, contract regulations, and practical application of current research administration issues.

• Knowledge of university travel policies and procedures.

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and applications (Word, Access, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.).

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent critical thinking and analytical capabilities with attention to detail and accuracy.

• Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, interpersonal, proofreading, and time management skills.

• Ability to apply problem-solving skills to complex problems and meet deadlines.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Responsibilities

• Processing - Processes and submits journal entries for post award research administrators to review and resolve issues with sponsored projects. Creates, reviews and approves documents in the accounting systems.  Responsible for developing, maintaining, and distributing ad hoc research reports for Sponsored Research Services (SRS) staff.

• Financial Reporting - Responsible for processing, analyzing, reconciling, and providing financial data to departments, members, management, and auditors. Coordinates with internal and external auditors on financial data and sponsored projects managed by SRS.

• System Administrator - Responsible for assisting with the development, maintenance, and data updates within Laserfiche processes and databases. Coordinate with the SRS Research Administrator Manager to monitor and update Laserfiche products, SQL and Access databases.

• Departmental Employee Access Request - Prepares and submits access for new and terminating employees. Maintains SQL database. Coordinates with human resources and managers on employee access request.

• Property Management - Coordinates scheduled property inventory with departments across TAMUS. Maintains capital asset records through data entry and assists departments with property transfers for expired projects. Prepares documentation for the annual external audit, develop routine financial summary reports, and monitor accounts.

Why Texas A&M University? 

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. 

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums.

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays.

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time.

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more. 

• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time  for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.