Tarleton State University

Tarleton State University

Grant Administrator II - Pre-Award

Stephenville, TX · Mid · Part-time

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About the role

  • Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Grant Administrator II in the Division of Research.
  • As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth.
  • Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives-on campus and beyond.

Responsibilities

  • coordinates regularly with post-award financial specialists to support a smooth transition from proposal submission to award administration.
  • Develops, supports, and leads professional development sessions for faculty and staff on topics related to external funding, proposal development, and research administration.
  • Supports marketing and promotion of initiatives within the Division of Research, Innovation, and Economic Development (RIED), including maintaining Pre-Award webpages and coordinating content for research magazines, brochures, and related publications.
  • Maintains databases, electronic files, and ongoing pre-award submission tracking systems.
  • Performs other duties as assigned based on the operational needs of the Division of Research, Innovation, and Economic Development.
  • Assists faculty with proposal budget development, cost clarification, and supporting documentation; coordinates regularly with post-award financial specialists to support a smooth transition from proposal submission to award administration.
  • During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application.
  • Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.

Requirements

  • Five years of related experience in contract and grant administration in a University or state agency setting or three years' experience as a Grants Administrator I in the TAMU System
  • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Tracks proposal submissions, completes applicable pre-award and post-award follow-up activities, maintains office productivity data, and collects, maintains, and updates required records.
  • Communicates research compliance requirements to principal investigators and assists with obtaining required information and documentation.
  • Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered.
  • 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.

Skills

  • Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
  • Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with faculty, staff, sponsors, and other stakeholders.

Compensation

  • The target base annual salary range is $49,000 up to $53,900 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position.

Benefits

  • We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and qualifying part-time employees.
  • Our Careers Page offers an overview of the great benefits we offer; for detailed information visit our Benefits Information page.

Equal opportunity

  • Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025.
  • In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission.
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