Research Coordinator

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Posting Information


Posting Number2026070

Posting/Functional TitleResearch Coordinator

University Pay Plan TitleResearch Coordinator

LocationSan Marcos

DepartmentIDEA Center

Recruitment TypeOpen Recruiting

Job TypeFull-Time

Funding SourcePermanent

Monthly Salary$4,894.00

Job CategoryExempt

Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.

+ Bachelor’s degree

+ Relevant experience in securing external research funding, student advising/mentoring for fellowship/scholarship applications, or writing center work in higher education

+ Demonstrable and impeccable proficiency in written academic English demonstrated by the ability to proofread, edit copy, and conform to style guidelines.

+ Demonstrated ability to effectively and courteously communicate and coordinate with a wide range of students, faculty, staff, administration, and external funders in a higher education context.

+ Demonstrated experience with public speaking, teaching, and/or making presentations.

+ Experience meeting deadlines by prioritizing workload and remaining mindful of operational and external funding timelines.


Preferred Qualifications

+ Post-baccalaureate degree.

+ Experience assisting students with prestigious fellowships such as Gilman, Fulbright, Goldwater, National Science Foundation, etc.

at a public university.

+ Ability to accomplish goals and resolve problems in both team and independent environments.

+ Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft 365 (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and Bookings), Adobe Acrobat, video conferencing platforms (Zoom), and Learning Management Systems (Canvas), or the ability to learn them.

+ Experience creating curriculum for students, commitment to student success, and familiarity with library research databases.


Job Description
The Innovation, Discovery, Exploration, and Analysis ( IDEA ) Center supports undergraduates, faculty, and departments in expanding research opportunities for undergraduate students across the university.

The center coordinates, promotes, and evaluates research-supportive curricula, workshops, training, collaborations, and programs so that undergraduates can complete a faculty-mentored research or creative expression project prior to graduation.

The Research Coordinator position provides support services, activities, and programs to enhance the success and retention of the IDEA Center’s undergraduate student researchers/creators by helping undergraduates apply for external funding for research and creative projects and for graduate study.

Specifically, the Research Coordinator serves as a fellowship advisor, recruiting and supporting Texas State University undergraduate student applicants for externally funded fellowships, scholarships, and grants.

The successful candidate will work with and be sensitive to the educational needs of students from all backgrounds.

The position is a 100% staff position which reports to the director of the IDEA Center.

Job Duties

+ Identifying students engaged in undergraduate research with the potential to apply for competitive external funding through targeted outreach activities.

+ Conducting workshops, training, and presentations (both face-to-face and online) on finding and applying for external funding and promoting external funding services.

+ Providing one-on-one or cohort-based writing feedback to undergraduates during the external funding application process.

+ Supporting the faculty who are mentoring undergraduate students through the external funding application process.

+ Establishing connections with external agencies which fund undergraduate student research and research projects that undergraduates propose to carry out in the course of graduate study.

+ Collaborating with Graduate College external funding coordinators on funding opportunities for graduate study.

+ Cultivating relationships with campus partners and faculty advisors to publicize external funding opportunities and support services, as appropriate.

+ Drafting student success stories and news releases, as well as proactively securing awardee headshots.

+ Maintaining meticulous records of advising and grant support activities and outcomes for annual reporting purposes.

+ Using evaluations and feedback on events to improve them, and to help in planning new events as needed.

+ Assisting with the IDEA Center’s web-based and social media messaging.

+ Assisting students in applying for prestigious fellowships such as Gilman, Fulbright, Goldwater, National Science Foundation, etc.

Assisting with campus interview and endorsement processes.

+ Participating in relevant professional development opportunities.

+ Other duties as assigned.


Additional Information to Applicants
You will need to upload the following materials for this application:

+ Resume or CV

+ Cover Letter

+ Name and current contact information for three professional references (at least one of whom was a supervisor)




To receive consideration, applicants must clearly indicate in the cover letter the ways in which they meet the job’s required qualifications and how their experience made a positive difference for students with whom they’ve worked.

Failure to do so may result in disqualification.

Job Open Date10/06/2025

Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)11/03/2025

Open Until FilledNo

Normal Work DaysMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Normal Work Hours Start8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End5:00PM

Posting Notices

Legal and Required Notices
Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.

The University will not sponsor or assume sponsorship of any candidate requiring a petition for a H1B employment visa.

Why Choose Texas State University?

+ Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!

+ Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!

+ Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program

+ Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.

+ An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus

+ Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions



By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.

At Texas State University, you’re not just an employee—you’re a valued member of a thriving and beautiful campus community.

Start your journey with us today.https://www.hr.txst.edu/benefits.html

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