United States Job Openings

Baylor University

Research Support Specialist

Waco

FULL TIME

September 20, 2024

What We Are Looking For
Baylor University is seeking a Research Support Specialist to support the mission of the University. This position will support the Robbins College of Health and Human Sciences. The Research Support Specialist position provides Robbins College research-active faculty with unit-specific administrative support related to submission and sustainability of external research grants and contracts. The position is designed to work in parallel and collaboratively with existing support from the Robbins College Director of Research and Grant Administration (Director), the Robbins College Associate Dean for Research (ADR), the Robbins College Financial team, the Office of the Vice Provost for Research (OVPR), Human Resources (HR), and central finance support.

A Bachelor’s Degree and five years of relevant work experience is required. A Master’s Degree is preferred.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
What You Will Do

Assist research faculty with administrative duties associated with sponsored projects
Collaborate with the Robbins College Director as it relates to supporting faculty with sponsored project submissions and compliance, including providing faculty with CARA system support
Assist faculty with responding to and incorporating formal and informal peer reviews into their grant development process
Collaborate with Robbins HCM (HR) and the Robbins College Financial team as it relates to faculty and staff hires associated with external grants
Alongside the Robbins College Director, serve as a liaison to both pre- and post-award University Research Administrators (URAs, OVPR), assisting faculty with requests related to proposal submission, agreements, and associated accounts
In coordination with OVPR staff, support faculty members’ anticipated accounts, subaward agreements, technical reports, no-cost, and other contract extension modifications
Assist research faculty, Robbins HCM (HR), and the post-award URA with expenditure confirmation processes
Attend meetings and trainings offered by the OVPR, as well as those offered at the College level to enhance and improve research administration efforts
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.
Explore & Engage
Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Illuminate . Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor’s commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others. Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. EEO/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Degree Level : Bachelor

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