Research Services Coordinator

The Research Services Coordinator, under general supervision, provides support and coordination of a variety of business activities requiring independent judgment, including but not limited to, reviewing business documents and assisting in developing, monitoring, and reporting accounts and budget data as directed by supervisor. The Research Services Coordinator will also provide support in grant scouting in identifying and promoting funding opportunities.

Position is in-office located on the Stephenville main campus with work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work requirements indicate.

Must have the ability to work remotely at the request of the university in times of inclement weather or other special circumstances.

Responsibilities:

• Assists in Research Development.

• Assists with drafting of newsletters.

• Scouts for funding opportunities.

• Curates and crafts compelling lists of grant proposals for distribution to faculty, often segmented by discipline or college.

• Coordinates inventory process and maintenance of business files.

• Acts as liaison between internal departments and external clients/vendors.

• Organizing meetings, events, ensuring efficient use of time and resources.

• May serve as a liaison with financial, payroll, and/or human resources. May coordinate routine personnel activities and maintenance of personnel files and approve leave requests.

• Assists with planning, developing, implementing, coordinating, and monitoring events.

• Develops financial and statistical analyses and summary reports. Composes correspondence. Assists with administration of unit, program, or project.

• Participates in the hiring and training of business staff and/or student workers.

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelorâ™s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Three yearsâ™ experience in office, program or project administration including some experience in research compliance or in contract, grant, or research administration.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Oral and written communication skills.

• Organizational skills.

Salary

Commensurate with experience

 

Salary Range

The target base annual salary range is $44,000.00 to $55,550.50 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits are also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:

 

Educational Benefits - employee perks that help enrich, grow, and foster career and professional development: