Lead, Research Administration

Summary Contribute to Baylor College of Medicine strategic initiatives in Alzheimer's and related disorders as Lead, Research Administration for the Baylor Center for Alzheimer's and Neurodegenerative Diseases (CAND), leading implementation for pre- and post-award grant activities, center operations, and special programs and supporting the CAND director, Dr. Joshua Shulman. As part of a small, dynamic team, the Lead Research Administration will partner with the director to support leadership of a growing, successful basic and clinical research team and program, and enable effective collaboration with other Baylor centers and departments.  

The position will be physically based at the Duncan Neurological Research Institute.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

Employees with CRA certification are eligible for certification pay.

Job Duties Sponsored Research Administration & Grants Management (Pre-Award/Post-Award) (45%)Review/approve grant applications and certify data in the electronic Biomedical Research and Assurance Information Network (BRAIN)
Lead process improvement for pre/post award management

Advise faculty on funding opportunities, eligibility, and complex submissions

Prepare internal/external grant and subcontract submissions

Ensure compliance with sponsor and institutional guidelines

Serve as grants liaison for BCM, other institutions, and funding agencies

Financial & Operational Research Support (40%)Provide CAND operational support

Provide grant program and financial oversight related to sponsored research

Prepare monthly expense reports for active grants and affiliate funds

Review & process contracts Concur expense management CAND Faculty and staff recruitment and on-boarding new team members

Other Job-Related Duties / Special Projects (15%)Manage calendar, meetings, appointments for CAND director

Special Projects, including CAND Seminar & Symposia Planning 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.

Six years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with pre and post award grant management

Experience with NIH grants

Experience with basic science and 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.