Team Science and Interdisciplinary Research Facilitator

Agency

Department

The System Offices is one of several system members within the Texas A&M University System representing one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a network of 12 universities, a comprehensive health science center, eight state agencies, Texas A&M – Fort Worth and the Texas A&M - RELLIS Campus. The Texas A&M University System mission is to provide education, conduct research, commercialize technology, offer training, and deliver services for the people of Texas and beyond.

The System Offices, within the Texas A&M University System, provides an outstanding benefits package including, but not limited to: competitive health benefits; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a defined benefit retirement plan to include an employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS); if applicable, a defined contribution retirement plan to include an employer contribution through an approved ORP vendor: additional voluntary tax deferred annuity (TDA) options; tuition assistance; and wellness programs to promote work/life balance.

Salary:

Commensurate with experience.

Job Description Summary:

The Team Science and Research Matchmaking Lead strengthens interdisciplinary collaboration across TAMUS by connecting researchers, facilitating team formation, and advancing large-scale collaborative research initiatives.

Responsibilities:
- Design and implement team science programs and collaborative research initiatives.

- Identify and connect faculty with complementary expertise across TAMUS institutions.

- Facilitate formation of proposal teams for strategic funding opportunities.

- Organize networking events, research forums, and collaborative workshops.

- Develop researcher expertise databases and collaboration tools.

- Conduct stakeholder engagement and partnership development activities.

- Support convergence research and interdisciplinary center development.

- Provide training on effective team science practices and collaborative leadership.

- Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Four years of experience in research development, team science, facilitation, or strategic partnerships.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of interdisciplinary research ecosystems and federal funding priorities.

- Strong relationship-building and facilitation skills.

- Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

- Verbal and written communication skills.

- Organizational skills.

- Ability to independently make decisions.

- Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Doctorate degree.

Other Requirements:

This is a security-sensitive position and is restricted to U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents only. Only complete applications will be considered for employment at The Texas A&M System Offices. Incomplete job application data could result in your application being rejected without an option to reapply. A cover letter and resume may be required in addition to a completed employment 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.