Manager of Post-Award Research Administration

Manager of Post-Award Research Administration

A humble college founded before Texas was a state, Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities.

Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation's 'Great Colleges to Work For'. Great Colleges to Work For is one of the country's largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey, conducted by ModernThink, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.

What We Are Looking For

The Post-Award Research Administrator Manager plays a key management and supervisory role within the Office of the Vice Provost for Research by overseeing a team of Post-Award Research Administrators who serve as the subject matter experts and a strategic resource to departmental Business Offices that manage the day-to-day administration of sponsored programs. The Manager will lead the team in fostering a culture of collaboration, consistency, and continuous improvement, while also maintaining a small individual portfolio of awards.

This position is eligible for remote work.

A Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant work experience are required. A Master's degree and ten years of experience are preferred.

A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of the degree requirement.

All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What You Will Do

• Lead the Post-Award Research Administrators team, cultivating a supportive, collaborative, and high-performing environment that delivers exceptional service to campus partners
• Identify, design, and implement initiatives that streamline and enhance the team's efficiency
• Actively invest in the team's professional growth through ongoing coaching, training, and mentorship opportunities
• Serve as the primary point of escalation for complex or sensitive post-award research administration matters, providing authoritative guidance and resolution on issues that require advanced interpretation of sponsor, federal, or university regulations
• Provide expert guidance and support to departmental Business Offices in the administration of sponsored projects, ensuring adherence to university policies, sponsor requirements, and federal regulations
• Serve as a subject matter expert in interpreting complex or unusual issues related to sponsored program administration, offering guidance and solutions that promote best practices and consistency
• Lead comprehensive award kick-off meetings to ensure Business Offices and Principal Investigators understand project terms and conditions, budget parameters, and compliance expectations
• Conduct high-level portfolio monitoring, with an emphasis on proactive oversight near project end dates to facilitate timely and accurate closeout activities
• Advise and assist Business Offices with post-award actions such as no-cost extensions, carryforward requests, and budget revision requests
• Collaborate with campus stakeholders, such as Central Finance, Assurance, and other research administration teams, to ensure cohesive and compliant processes
• Collaborate with campus training partners to develop and deliver targeted sessions on post-award administration topics, such as financial management and compliance, to promote consistency and build confidence across units
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission
• Ability to comply with university policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $90,000 - $100,000.