Research Development Lead, Eng & Physical Sci (Hybrid/Remote)

Brown University; Providence (RI); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University seeks an Assistant Director, Research Development for the School of Engineering and Physical Sciences. Located in Providence, this role supports faculty in crafting competitive federal funding proposals and coordinating strategic research initiatives.

You will collaborate with the Research Strategy and Development team to cultivate relationships with agencies such as NSF, NASA, DoD, and DoE, facilitating proposal development and cross-department collaborations.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in the physical sciences, engineering, or related field required.
• At least 5+ years of related experience in a university, federal agency, or research institute.
• Experiential knowledge of federal funding agencies (NSF, NASA, DoD, DoE) required.

Responsibilities

• Establish collaborative relationships with eligible faculty who are preparing federal funding proposals.
• Provide research development support and coaching for proposals in assigned disciplines; identify federal funding opportunities.
• Develop broader impacts, recruitment strategies, and liaison with offices and partners.
• Assist in coordinating relationships with mission-driven agencies (NASA, DoD, DoE) and their labs.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Graduate degree in physical sciences or engineering

PhD preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Brown University seeks an Assistant Director, Research Development for the School of Engineering and Physical Sciences. Located in Providence, this role supports faculty in crafting competitive federal funding proposals and coordinating strategic research initiatives.

You will collaborate with the Research Strategy and Development team to cultivate relationships with agencies such as NSF, NASA, DoD, and DoE, facilitating proposal development and cross-department collaborations.