Kaytlyn Havel

Kaytlyn Havel is an SRS Research Administrator II with Sponsored Research Services at Texas A&M University, where she provides post‑award administrative and financial support for sponsored projects on behalf of multiple university units, including the Center for Applied Communications and Networks (CACN). In her role, she coordinates key aspects of award management such as account establishment, budget review, financial monitoring, interpretation of award terms and sponsor regulations, and preparation of required financial reports and close‑out documentation. She works closely with faculty, departmental staff, and sponsors to ensure sponsored research projects are set up, managed, and closed out in alignment with university, system, and sponsor requirements.
Her contributions to CACN include post‑award coordination and financial oversight that support smooth day‑to‑day management of CACN‑affiliated projects, timely processing of award‑related actions, and adherence to established research and financial policies. She also plays an active role in helping investigators navigate sponsor guidelines, troubleshoot administrative issues, and identify opportunities to streamline processes in support of CACN’s strategic research goals. With experience in project administration and enrollment coordination, and with both a master’s degree in agriculture and a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Leadership and Development from Texas A&M University, Kaytlyn brings strong analytical, organizational, and customer‑focused service skills to the researchers and units she supports.