Research Development Strategist I

Job Code 004515

FLSA Status Exempt

Pay Grade 6 Pay Range: $53,000 to $86,000

Summary

This position uses professional concepts to identify funding opportunities, manage internal seed grant and limited funding competitions, support faculty in developing competitive proposals, assist in preparing complex multi-disciplinary grant proposals, and provide training and workshops.

Examples of Work

Job functions are specific duties that would be included in the essential functions of the job description. These functions are not all-inclusive nor do they cover the full extent of the duties performed.

Create, update, maintain and disseminate lists of funding opportunities, including curated lists for specific audiences.
Develop and manage internal seed grant and limited funding competitions.
Understand the structure and functions of funding agencies.
Identify procedural gaps and recommend improvements to optimize program effectiveness.
Serve as secondary contact on larger proposals led by senior Research Development Strategists.
Use tools and resources to recommend strategies for winning proposals.
Assist senior Research Development Strategists in organizing and delivering trainings and workshops.
Conduct ongoing analyses of the research landscape to identify emerging trends.
Identify potential challenges and opportunities, gather relevant data, and propose solutions to leadership.
Collaborate on various initiatives, outreach efforts, and advisory activities.
Provide university faculty with guidance on available resources.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Licensure and Certification

N/A

Supervision

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies

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