Grant Program Coordinator

MD Anderson Cancer Center • Houston, TX

15h • $68,500 - $102,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

The health disparities research aims to reduce and ultimately eliminate disparities in cancer incidence, morbidity and mortality and cancer-related behavior through research and education addressing the determinants of disparities as well as interventions and policies designed to eliminate disparities. The Grant Program Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting the grants and contracts process for HDR faculty and research staff, ensuring compliance and accuracy while providing administrative backup support for departmental operations. The ideal candidate will have experience with advanced Excel functions, including complex formulas and multi-sheet data management. Prior experience with grant submission and grant management is plus, along with finance and budgeting expertise. Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, strong attention to detail, excellent time management, and the ability to perform under pressure are key attributes for success. Minimum salary is $68,500, midpoint $85,500 and maximum $102,500 The typical work schedule is onsite at least twice a week and as business needs. Location: Texas Medical Center Why Us? Join MD Anderson Cancer Center and contribute to groundbreaking research that addresses health disparities in cancer care. This role offers opportunities for professional growth while supporting a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving patient outcomes and advancing scientific knowledge. Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance. Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options. Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups. Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Three years extensive administrative experience or one year of experience required with preferred master's degree.
• May substitute required education degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one to one year basis.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree
• Must have experience with advanced Excel functions, including complex formulas and multi-sheet data management.
• Prior experience with grant submission, grant management is a plus, along with finance and budgeting expertise.

Responsibilities

• Support administrative planning for grant and contract submissions with HDR principal investigators and postdoctoral trainees
• Coordinate submission and review process, performing quality checks for compliance with sponsor instructions
• Ensure accuracy in formatting, budgeting, and other components following departmental procedures
• Update departmental records and reports as needed
• Assist with planning and submission of grant progress reports for HDR faculty and trainees
• Perform quality checks on progress reports for compliance with agency instructions
• Update departmental records and reports as needed
• Conduct monthly reconciliation for HDR funds and projects and maintain backup documentation
• Manage HDR chartfield string spreadsheet and act as backup statistical sample coordinator
• Arrange meetings, book rooms, and coordinate catering and equipment
• Process conference registrations, travel arrangements, and reimbursements
• Assist with onboarding new hires, including equipment setup and badge access
• Coordinate departmental activities and routine meetings
• Manage procurement and maintain office and kitchen supplies

Benefits

• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees