Research Development Strategist: Proposals & Partnerships

NORDP, Inc.; Duluth (MN); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

University of Minnesota Duluth seeks a Research Development Professional to help researchers compete for external funding through strategy and proposal development. The role requires leading by influence and coordinating with faculty, staff and partners on multi-disciplinary initiatives.

The position emphasizes outreach, education and building connections across UMN campuses, RDO and RIO, with occasional travel to other UMN locations. In-person work is expected most weeks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of relevant experience.
• Proactive, collaborative and able to negotiate among multiple interests.
• Excellent project management with ability to manage tasks, time and deadlines.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and takes initiative.
• Excellent writing, editing and oral communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Advanced proficiency with Google Workspace tools.

Responsabilités

• Plan, design and implement strategy; manage processes to develop winning proposals for solicitations.
• Review and edit proposal narratives and supporting materials; track progress and deliverables.
• Conduct outreach and education to faculty on research development resources.
• Identify funding opportunities; perform horizon scanning and strategic analysis.
• Provide consultation and training on proposal development strategies and tactics.
• Build relationships across the University and with potential partners to form teams.
• Support RDO administrative, strategic planning and business development activities.

Connaissances

Project leadership

Editing

Writing

Oral communication

Time management

Google Workspace

Initiative

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Outils

Google Workspace

Description du poste

University of Minnesota Duluth seeks a Research Development Professional to help researchers compete for external funding through strategy and proposal development. The role requires leading by influence and coordinating with faculty, staff and partners on multi-disciplinary initiatives.

The position emphasizes outreach, education and building connections across UMN campuses, RDO and RIO, with occasional travel to other UMN locations. In-person work is expected most weeks.