Research Office Sponsor Spec 2

JOB SUMMARY The Research Office Sponsor Specialist 2 position serves as a high-level help for research projects by providing guidance grant and contract services to investigators and staff.

It provides help to investigators in the preparation and submission of proposals and contract negotiation.

This position provides help to senior leadership and management in the development of initiatives and goals to further develop the institutions pre-award administration program.

It also provides guidance to resolve complex and non-routine issues.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE * Drives budget and contract negotiations.

* Mentor staff members on contract negotiation and legal review.

* Oversees and assists in the logistics of large-scale proposals including help in the final preparation, review and submission of proposals to meet sponsor deadlines.

* Work with Senior Leadership and management in the development of initiatives and goals.

* Work with legal, senior leadership and management to perform risk assessments on new research opportunities.

* Provide guidance to investigators, coordinators and administrative staff in research funding.

* Maintain continuing liaison with Post-Award Office to provide assistance as needed in resolving complex post-award issues.

* Work with investigators throughout the project period to ensure adherence to sponsor requirements and timely submission of non-contesting renewal applications, progress reports, project deliverables and final technical reports.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS * Excellent organization, written communication, social, financial management, proofreading and editing skills.

* Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures of Baylor Scott & White Health, Baylor Scott & White Research Institute, Federal and State funders and private funders.

* Proven Computer Skills, including Microsoft Office.

* Deals effectively with change.

* Accuracy and attention to detail is essential.

* Ability to establish and maintain proven and effective working relationships with colleagues and external parties.

* Ability to manage time reactive projects in order to meet deadlines.

* Ability to manager stress and pressure well.

* CRA or CPCM certification is highly preferred.

* Master's degree highly preferred.

BENEFITS Our competitive benefits package includes the following.

* Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits * 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% * Tuition Reimbursement * PTO accrual beginning Day 1 Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level QUALIFICATIONS * EDUCATION - Masters' or Bachelors plus 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification * EXPERIENCE - 7 Years of Experience