Post-Award Research Administrator

Baylor University • Waco, TX

18h • $70,000 - $77,000 • Remote

About The Position

Baylor University is seeking a Post-Award Research Administrator who will serve as a key resource within the Office of the Vice Provost for Research (OVPR). This role advances the University’s research mission by providing expert guidance and strategic support to departmental Business Offices responsible for the day-to-day administration of sponsored programs. The position plays a critical role in promoting compliance, consistency, and operational excellence throughout the post-award lifecycle, while fostering collaborative partnerships that strengthen research administration across campus. This position is eligible for remote work.

Requirements

• An Associate’s degree and three years of relevant work experience are required.
• All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

• A Bachelor’s degree and five years of relevant experience are preferred.
• A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of one another.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Lead comprehensive award kick-off meetings to ensure Business Offices and Principal Investigators understand project terms and conditions, budget parameters, and compliance expectations
• Advise and assist Business Offices with post-award actions such as no-cost extensions, carry forward requests, and budget revision requests
• 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
• Conduct high-level portfolio monitoring, with an emphasis on proactive oversight near project end dates to facilitate timely and accurate closeout activities
• Collaborate with Central Finance, Assurance, and other campus partners to support research administration compliance at the University
• 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

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• generous time off
• tuition remission
• outstanding automatic retirement contributions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree