Job Title
Program Manager
Agency
Texas A&M University Health Science Center
Department
School Of Public Health
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
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
As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.
What we want
The Program Manager P12 plans, organizes, directs, and manages day-to-day activities, developing and implementing procedures for the administration of the Office of Research. The Program Manager serves as a central point of coordination for SPH faculty, supporting their needs across the full research lifecycle.
What you need to know
Salary: Will be commensurate based on the selected hire's education and experience.
Location/Schedule: College Station, TX/Full-Time; This position may require occasional work outside of normal business hours.
Apply! Submitting a cover letter, CV/Resume to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelors Degree in related field
Five years of program coordination, program management, or related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in research administration, Business, Public Administration, or a related field.
5 or more years of progressive experience in sponsored research administration within a higher education environment.
Experience supporting research compliance activities and/or coordinating contract- or agreement-related processes in an academic or research setting.
Experience supporting or contributing to process improvements, workflow coordination, or operational efficiencies within a research or administrative office.
Experience interpreting sponsor guidelines and institutional requirements to support faculty and staff in proposal planning and compliance.
Demonstrated experience working directly with faculty to support research proposal planning, administrative coordination, and submission readiness.
Certified Research Administrator (CRA)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of research administration principles across the research lifecycle, including proposal development, administrative coordination, and compliance requirements.
Working knowledge of Texas A&M University systems and research administration tools (e.g., Maestro, Workday, FAMIS/Canopy, Cayuse, Huron) and common sponsor platforms (e.g., Grants.gov, Research.gov, NIH ASSIST, Proposal Central, or similar).
Ability to work effectively with faculty to support research planning, proposal coordination, and administrative needs across pre- and post-award activities.
Ability to interpret and apply sponsor guidelines, institutional policies, and regulatory requirements, including research compliance and contract-related processes.
Strong organizational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage complex, time sensitive activities across multiple stakeholders.
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey guidance clearly and build collaborative relationships.
Ability to contribute to process improvements, develop documentation, and support consistent implementation of research administration practices.
Ability to analyze issues, exercise sound judgment, and coordinate resolution in collaboration with appropriate stakeholders.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Responsibilities
Research Lifecycle Management and Support
Plans, organizes, and manages assigned research administration activities supporting the research lifecycle from proposal development through award closeout
Develops and implements procedures for the administration of the program.
Assists in developing strategic plans and goals to support the program.
Oversees coordination of pre- and post-award processes, ensuring alignment across faculty, research teams, and institutional partners.
Identifies administrative or fiscal issues impacting research projects and provides follow-up coordination.
Coordinates directly with SPH faculty and non‑Center‑affiliated faculty, to support research administration needs across pre‑ and post‑award phases.
Plans and organizes proposal development, maintenance, and checklist activities across teams.
Supports aligned planning, timelines, and institutional readiness for limited submission opportunities and internal funding programs
Assists with internal timelines, eligibility review logistics, and faculty communications.
Coordinates communication among faculty, staff, and other stakeholders to support smooth handoffs during proposal planning and submission preparation.
Provides guidance, mentoring, and coordination oversight on complex or high‑visibility proposal activities.
Research Compliance and Contract Coordination Support
Supports research-related administrative compliance by tracking adherence to School, University, state, and federal policies and procedures.
Assists with coordination of research compliance documentation and tracking activities, including Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) requirements.
Coordinates the submission and processing of research-related contracts and agreements that are managed outside of SRS.
Assists with research-related independent contractor processes, to include certification documentation, system access and/or setup, and invoice tracking.
Assists with yearly budgetary and contract processes.
Research Program Coordination and Administrative Alignment
Oversees program workflows, tools, and documentation to support efficient research administration operations.
Coordinates with appropriate offices and staff as required.
Oversees, manages, updates, and audits internal reference materials, implementation guidance, and process documents
Professional Development and Operational Continuity
Participates in professional development
Assists with workload balancing during peak activity periods
Provides coverage assistance and coordination as needed .
Contributes to team effectiveness through shared knowledge, documentation of processes, and collaborative problem-solving.
Applies new knowledge and best practices to support improvements, processes, and service delivery.
Why Texas A&M University?
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.