Manager, Research Operations

Margie and Bill Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design at UTSA

Research operations manager overseeing DPRIT grant operations, finances, and compliance. Supporting Alzheimer’s disease research and Texas dementia-prevention initiatives.

Posted 9/11/2026full-timeSan Antonio • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in grant management, including pre- and post-award practices, compliance with regulations, and effective communication with stakeholders. Proficient in managing research contracts and ensuring the integrity of data and operations.

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Grant ManagementResearch AdministrationCompliance with RegulationsMicrosoft Office ProficiencyStakeholder Communication

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Hard Skills

Grant Operating ProceduresRisk ManagementFiscal OperationsResearch Contract NegotiationDocument DevelopmentData Capture Systems

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsMultitaskingProfessionalismIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointREDCap

Industry Keywords

DPRITUTHSCSAFederal RegulationsLocal RegulationsResearch Oversight

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish and coordinate all aspects of DPRIT grant operating procedures and pre- and post-award practices and guidelines
Support management of DPRIT by working with internal and external stakeholders, faculty, staff, and study principal investigators
Execute DPRIT grant management activities, including grant and study deadlines, risk management, and fiscal operations
Assist in negotiating research contracts
Develop and maintain documents for the DPRIT grant application process
Ensure compliance with federal and local regulations and alignment with UTHSCSA and research organization policies
Maintain communication with the investigative team
Provide staff training and research oversight
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work well independently with faculty and staff with minimal supervision
Strong multitasking skills, including meeting competing deadlines and prioritizing
Ability to support the investigator team
Strong ethics and professionalism
Must be able to come into the office three (3) times a week
Bachelor's Degree is required
Seven (7) years experience in research or related administration is required
Ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48 may be required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and data capture systems such as REDCap

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement
Full-time schedule
Opportunities to work with Investigators conducting research through the NIA-funded South Texas Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center
Opportunity to work with the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (DPRIT)