Remote Associate Proposal Coordinator – Development

University of Tennessee, Knoxville; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville is seeking an Associate Proposal Coordinator (Development) to support faculty in preparing external funding applications. The role focuses on NOFO analysis, proposal preparation, and ensuring sponsor guidelines compliance.

Responsibilities include initiating Cayuse proposals, building budgets with project teams, and producing complete submission packages for diverse funding opportunities. Remote or hybrid work options may be available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 3 years in a professional office environment, or Master’s with 2 years’ experience.
• Graduate work or Graduate Assistantship may count toward experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze Notices of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs) and guide proposal prep.
• Initiate Cayuse proposals and prepare final submission packages.
• Collaborate with faculty and business managers to develop project budgets.
• Prepare support documents (biosketches, current and pending support) per sponsor guidelines.
• Coordinate and review proposal packages for financial and administrative compliance.

Skills

Excel

Prioritization

Professional writing

Critical analysis

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Cayuse

Grants.gov

ezFedGrants

eRA Commons

Job description

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville is seeking an Associate Proposal Coordinator (Development) to support faculty in preparing external funding applications. The role focuses on NOFO analysis, proposal preparation, and ensuring sponsor guidelines compliance.

Responsibilities include initiating Cayuse proposals, building budgets with project teams, and producing complete submission packages for diverse funding opportunities. Remote or hybrid work options may be available.