Senior Coordinator, Research Administration

Senior Coordinator, Research Administration

The Senior Coordinator, Research Administration provides advanced administrative, financial, and post-award support for research grants, contracts, and clinical research activities within the Center for Research Advancement (CRA). This role coordinates complex post-award activities, financial transactions, subcontract administration, account reconciliation, and research operations support. Acts as a trusted operational resource for research administration activities, independently managing post-award processes, financial transactions, and stakeholder communications that directly impact the successful administration of grants, contracts, and clinical research programs.

The position serves as a key liaison between CRA-supported divisions, Baylor College of Medicine, Texas Children's Hospital, sponsors, subcontractors, and external partners to ensure compliance, financial accountability, and efficient research operations.

Job Duties

• Post-Award Financial Administration and Subaward Management
• Research Financial Transactions and Account Maintenance
• Grant Closeout and Financial Reconciliation
• PEPT/PACT
• Contract Administration and Operational Coordination
• Clinical Trial Payment and Service Center Administration
• Stakeholder Support and Research Operations

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Four years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Healthcare Administration, Research Administration, or related field.
• Experience supporting sponsored research, grants management, or clinical research operations.
• Experience with SAP, Jaggaer, Concur, Clincard, or related financial and procurement systems.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and institutional requirements related to sponsored research administration.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex assignments and competing priorities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service orientation and ability to build effective working relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
• Ability to operate with minimal supervision while supporting critical research and business operations.

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