Interdisciplinary Research Proposal Developer (Assistant Research Professor)

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University's Social Science Research Institute seeks an Interdisciplinary Research Proposal Developer to aid in proposal development, enhance proposal success rates, and manage related research support duties. The position offers a one-year term with the possibility of renewal, ideal for candidates holding a Master's degree in social/behavioral sciences and relevant experience.

Benefits

Health plans

Tuition discounts

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a social/behavioral science field required.
• 2+ years of relevant experience, Ph.D. preferred.
• Essential skills in grant processes and proposal management.

Responsibilities

• Understand funding agency missions and grant policies.
• Collaborate with faculty to develop proposal content.
• Manage proposal documents and assist with formatting.

Skills

Knowledge of federal grant processes

Proposal management software proficiency

Strong communication

Project management skills

Education

Master’s degree in social/behavioral science

Ph.D. preferred

Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Social Science Research Institute (SSRI) is seeking an Interdisciplinary Research Proposal Developer to support faculty and staff in proposal development, reporting to the Research Operations Manager. This role aims to enhance proposal success rates and facilitate the transition from RFPs to awards.

This is a one-year term appointment with a strong potential for renewal.

Responsibilities include:

• Understanding funding agency missions and grant policies.
• Collaborating with faculty to develop proposal content, including non-technical sections like diversity, outreach, and data management.
• Contributing ideas, editing, and supporting technical proposal sections.
• Coordinating meetings, developing proposal timelines, and managing submission deadlines.
• Managing proposal documents and assisting with technical formatting and bibliography management.
• Participating in peer reviews and promoting best practices in proposal management through workshops and templates.

Research support duties involve:

• Facilitating research program development and community-building initiatives.
• Providing strategic research planning assistance to faculty.
• Building relationships with early-career faculty and assessing their needs.

Additional duties include contributing to research dissemination and performing other assigned tasks.

Qualifications include a Master’s degree in a social/behavioral science field, 2+ years of experience, with a Ph.D. preferred. Essential skills encompass knowledge of federal grant processes (NSF, NIH), proficiency in proposal management software, and strong communication and project management abilities.

Penn State values diversity and offers competitive benefits, including health plans, tuition discounts, and paid holidays. For more info, visit https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/benefits.

Employment is contingent upon background checks. Penn State is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. If you require accommodations during the application process, contact 814-865-1473.