Grant-Focused Research Development Strategist

Stanford Reglab; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford is seeking a Research Development Strategist (Academic Program Professional 2) to write/edit complex grant proposals for CV Med and lead submission processes. The role emphasizes collaboration with faculty, strategic development, and high-quality communication in a remote setting.

The ideal candidate will have a PhD/MD or equivalent, extensive experience in NIH/AHA grants, ability to manage multiple applications, and strong project management and interpersonal skills to advance

Qualifications

• Advanced degree may be required for some programs.
• Experience providing constructive, specific feedback to investigators at different career stages.
• Experience writing and providing strategic development support for NIH and American Heart Association applications (K, F, and R-series).
• Experience writing or editing Specific Aims, Research Strategies, and training plans for diverse audiences.
• Ability to deliver grant-related presentations or workshops to large audiences.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent applications with firm deadlines.
• Excellent writing, interpersonal, and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage research development projects and grant proposals.
• Provide strategic development support for NIH and AHA applications.
• Edit complex content for proposals and peer‑reviewed publications.
• Deliver grant-related presentations or workshops to faculty and trainees.
• Coordinate with division leadership on planning and budgeting for programs.
• Mentor program staff and collaborate with faculty to secure funding.

Skills

Feedback to investigators

Grant writing support

Proposal editing

Public speaking

multitasking

graphics tools

Reference management tools

Project management software

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree (PhD/MD) preferred

Tools

Zotero

EndNote

Airtable

Smartsheet

Canva

Adobe

Job description

Stanford is seeking a Research Development Strategist (Academic Program Professional 2) to write/edit complex grant proposals for CV Med and lead submission processes. The role emphasizes collaboration with faculty, strategic development, and high-quality communication in a remote setting.

The ideal candidate will have a PhD/MD or equivalent, extensive experience in NIH/AHA grants, ability to manage multiple applications, and strong project management and interpersonal skills to advance