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Grant Program Coordinator - Molecular Oncology

UT MD Anderson · Houston, TX · 2 wk ago
HybridOTHR$32.93/hrFull-time

UT MD Anderson’s Molecular and Cellular department is building a robust research group focused on the molecular and cellular aspects of cancer research, particularly signaling pathways, tumor-microenvironment crosstalk, tumor initiation, progression, metastasis, and therapy resistance.

About the role

The Grant Program Coordinator is an integral contributor to UT MD Anderson's research mission, providing grant coordination support within Molecular Oncology. The ideal candidate has experience with grant submissions in a research or academic environment, strong pre-award experience (especially with NIH, Department of Defense, and CPRIT), excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills, and proficiency with Excel formulas and complex spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate all initial grant submissions, renewals, and progress reports for a large group of principal investigators and trainees.
  • Manage submission timelines to ensure accuracy, completeness, and on-time delivery.
  • Work directly with faculty to identify and source non-standard sponsors.
  • Support diversification of the department's sponsored project portfolio while balancing indirect cost recovery and research productivity.
  • Prepare grant submission materials and assist with required documentation, including SciENcv and budget preparation.
  • Ensure compliance with sponsor and institutional requirements.
  • Serve as backup support for departmental personnel effort reporting activities.
  • Collaborate with the Grant Program Manager and other effort report coordinators.
  • Act as a knowledgeable resource for faculty and staff involved in the grant process, providing guidance on submission requirements and sponsor expectations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned in support of Molecular Oncology initiatives.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree (required).
  • Master’s degree (preferred).
  • Three years of extensive administrative experience, or one year with a Master’s degree.
  • Experience with grant submissions and pre-award support, including familiarity with funding agencies such as NIH, DoD, and CPRIT.
  • Proficiency with Excel formulas and complex spreadsheets.
  • May substitute required education with additional years of equivalent experience on a one-to-one basis.

Pay

Minimum salary: $68,500 ($32.93/hour) – midpoint $85,500 ($41.11/hour) – maximum $102,500 ($49.28/hour), based on a 40-hour work week.

Schedule

Hybrid work schedule, onsite 50% of the time based on business needs, with occasional evenings during peak seasons. Work location: Texas Medical Center.

Benefits

  • Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week.
  • Optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
  • Paid time off (PTO) accruals and Extended Illness Bank.
  • Paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
  • Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service.
  • 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.

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