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SRS Research Administrator I

Texas A&M University

College Station, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 7 Jul 2026

💰 $50,000/yr

About the role

Job Title

SRS Research Administrator I

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Sponsored Research Services

Proposed Minimum Salary

$4,166.67 monthly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who We Are

Sponsored Research Services (SRS) provides research administration services to The Texas A&M University System. We further the research goals of the university by delivering efficient and superior service to members of the Texas A&M System research community. Through our services, SRS teams work with several stakeholders to ensure the success of research projects. To learn more, visit https://vpr.tamu.edu/division-units/sponsored-research-services.

What We Want

The SRS Research Administrator I pre-award is responsible for research proposal preparation and submission; providing support to researchers in the preparation and submission of standard research proposals which includes determining the sponsor’s requirements; and preparing budgets and forms according to the guidelines established by The Texas A&M University System, Federal Cost Accounting Standards and sponsor guidelines.

What You Need To Know

Salary: $50,000/annually

A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
No prior experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field.
Two years of related experience in accounting at a university or business environment developing budget.
Research administration experience with Texas A&M System or other university systems.
Experience in pre-award sponsored research administration.
Knowledge of Federal grant and contract regulations and practical application of current research administration issues.
Knowledge of university policies and procedures.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.).
Proficient in creating and manipulating spreadsheets, word processing and database software systems.
Experience in providing customer service.
Experience in developing budgets.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
Experience using word processing, spreadsheet and database software.
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Responsibilities

Proposal Preparation and Coordination - Provides support to researchers in the preparation of standard proposals, which includes determining the sponsor’s requirements and preparing budgets and forms according to the guidelines established by Texas A&M University, Office of Management and Budget Circulars, Federal Cost Accounting Standards and sponsor guidelines. Prepares supplementary proposal documents, under moderate supervision, and ensures proposals are complete before forwarding to the sponsor. Prepares proposal revisions and responds to requests related to proposal submissions. Coordinates with researchers, department/unit heads, deans, directors and staff to resolve proposal issues and provides information as requested.
Proposal Review and Compliance - Reviews standard proposals for compliance issues. Reviews program announcements and, with moderate direction, determines pertinent proposal requirements. Communicate guidelines and proposal requirements to Principal Investigators.