Administrative Research Coordinator I - School of Public Health

About the position The Research Coordinator I position at UTHealth School of Public Health is designed to support the Center for Health Promotion and Prevention Research by performing various administrative functions. This role involves coordinating day-to-day business and financial processes, managing travel and purchasing, and assisting with the smooth operation of projects under the supervision of the Center Manager. Responsibilities • Coordinates the day-to-day business and financial processes. , • May trend past performance and forecast future financials. , • Coordinates and monitors travel, purchasing, payroll, contracts, and grants. , • Assists in reconciling contracts and grants projects. , • Handles confidential information and sensitive issues. , • Coordinates and schedules Human Resources activities including recruiting and selection for classified staff. , • Monitors open encumbrances and expenditures, providing reports on budget status. , • Responsible for acquiring documents needed to monitor adherence to grant or program requirements. , • Maintains departmental equipment and space inventories. , • May train entry-level support staff. , • Advises on financial and business practices, policy, and procedures as assigned by supervisor. , • Responsible for making routine business and financial decisions and judgment calls. , • Assigned routine budget and financial responsibilities by supervisor. , • Maintains and reconciles financial records. , • Assists with coordination of lecture series and other department events. , • Coordinates department project/administrative files for storage for the mandatory retention period. , • Provides support for department faculty as needed. , • Responsible for entering and processing deposits and invoicing service contracts or salary reimbursement agreements against department funds. , • Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements • Bachelor's degree in a related field or relevant experience in lieu of education. , • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. , • Working knowledge of MS Office. Nice-to-haves Benefits • 100% paid medical premiums for full-time employees , • Generous time off equating to around 37-38 days per year , • Longevity Pay after two years of service , • Retirement/pension plan , • Free financial and legal counseling , • Free mental health counseling services , • Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs , • Employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc. , • Resources for child and elder care Apply Job!