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Grant Administrator - Sponsored Programs
The Office of Sponsored Programs at MD Anderson Cancer Center is dedicated to supporting the research community in securing and managing sponsored projects. This department works closely with faculty, department chairs, and administrative offices to ensure compliance and efficiency in the application and administration of external funding for innovative scientific research and collaborations.
MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Grant Administrator - Sponsored Programs plays a critical role in maintaining compliance with federal, state, and private agency regulations while providing guidance and support to researchers and administrative staff throughout the grant lifecycle.
The Grant Administrator - Sponsored Programs also serves as a liaison with funding agencies to resolve issues and ensure smooth operations.
The ideal candidate for the Grant Administrator - Sponsored Programs position will have a strong background in grant administration, including experience with federal and nonfederal sponsored projects. Preferred qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in a related field, prior experience in research administration, and familiarity with sponsor guidelines and compliance regulations. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.
Why Us?
Join MD Anderson Cancer Center and make a meaningful impact by leading a department that supports groundbreaking cancer care and research. This role offers opportunities for professional growth while contributing to a world-class institution dedicated to saving lives.
* 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.
Essential Job Functions:
Grant Review and Administration
Reviews grant applications and budget proposals for accuracy and completeness, and ensures compliance with sponsor, MDACC, state, and federal policies and regulations. Verifies compliance prior to establishing awards; implements and interprets policies and regulations for allowable costs and cost sharing. Organizes and triages proposals in conjunction with research team to effectively support grants and contract proposals and related post award business functions. Reviews the ongoing administration of grants in assigned portfolio to assure compliance; works with faculty and staff to review and monitor existing grants. Assists in submitting accurate electronic proposals using various sponsor-developed systems, such as Grants.gov, NSF FastLane, the NIH Commons, and CDMRP/DOD Army grants. Assists in accurately building and maintaining the institutional database by ensuring accurate pre-award data and interpreting various complex award documentation.
Liaison Between Funding Agencies and Departments to Achieve Compliant Grant Applications
Interacts with departments and Principal Investigators regarding administrative, budgetary and compliance requirements. Acts as liaison with funding agencies. Counsels and assists researchers and other administrative staff regarding proposal preparation, interpretation of sponsor guidelines and regulations, and problem resolution. Promotes an environment of trust and encourages open communications to ensure that customers (faculty & staff) are comfortable in seeking input on their grant applications.
Subject Matter Expert, Mentoring, and Teamwork
Stays informed regarding various complex and changing regulations and federal guidance as it applies to pre-award and post-award administration of grants and cooperative agreements. Keeps abreast of various e-systems used for submission of proposal applications. Supports colleagues in the OSP team by sharing knowledge, collaborating on applications, and engaging in continuing education opportunities.
Stays informed regarding various complex and changing regulations and federal guidance as it applies to pre-award and post-award administration of grants and cooperative agreements. Keeps abreast of various e-systems used for submission of proposal applications. Supports colleagues in the OSP team by sharing knowledge, collaborating on applications, and engaging in continuing education opportunities.
EDUCATION
- Required: Bachelor's Degree.
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Required: Two years experience in research administration, grant assistance, project management, or related field or one year experience within the Office of Sponsored Programs.
- May substitute required education degree with equivalent experience on a one to one basis.
- Preferred: Two years grant assistance experience within the Office of Sponsored Programs.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Preferred: CRA - Certified Research Administrator certification through the Research Administrators Certification Council (RACC) upon hire OR
- Preferred: CCRP - Certified Clinical Research Professional or similar research certification upon hire.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
