Grants Development Specialist - Research Development

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks an experienced Grants and Contracts Administrator to support researchers by identifying funding opportunities, assisting with proposal preparation and processing, negotiating contracts, and helping administer awards.

The role coordinates proposal development, clarifies roles among investigators, staff, and partners, and facilitates communication throughout the process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business/public administration or related field.
• 4 years of experience in business/public administration with emphasis on customer service in financial or contracting positions.
• Experience in grants management or contracts is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gathers information on funding opportunities and application procedures for applicants.
• Provides guidance to researchers for proposal development and submission by interpreting sponsor/university guidelines.
• Negotiates and processing of awards, and ensures compliance with award conditions and reporting.
• Negotiates contracts with government agencies and private organizations to reach satisfactory agreements.
• Supervises Grants and Contracts staff and performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Contract negotiation

Grants management

Proposal development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in business administration or related field

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks an experienced Grants and Contracts Administrator to support researchers by identifying funding opportunities, assisting with proposal preparation and processing, negotiating contracts, and helping administer awards.

The role coordinates proposal development, clarifies roles among investigators, staff, and partners, and facilitates communication throughout the process.