Research Proposal Development Officer

Tulane National Biomedical Research Center; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and well-being options

Job summary

A research institution located in Covington, Louisiana, is seeking a Research Proposal Development Officer to assist faculty and trainees in the preparation and submission of grant and contract proposals for biomedical research. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in science grant writing and excellent communication and organizational skills. The position demands a proactive individual who can manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Candidates with a Master's degree and three years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree and six years of experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree and three years of successful science grant writing experience or related experience in science communication.
• Bachelor’s Degree and six years of successful science grant writing experience or related experience in science communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist with grant and contract proposal preparation and submission.
• Identify funding opportunities and manage the proposal development process.
• Draft supporting documents and edit proposal components.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Research and analytical skills

Ability to prioritize multiple projects

Excellent computer skills

Professionalism

Microsoft Office proficiency

Confidentiality

Education

Master's Degree with 3 years of grant writing experience or Bachelor's Degree with 6 years

Bachelor's Degree + 6 years grant writing

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

The Research Proposal Development Officer will assist Tulane National Biomedical Research Center (TNBRC) faculty and trainees in the preparation and submission of grant and contract proposals for biomedical research, including proposals for work to be performed by TNBRC faculty and those in collaboration with other investigators. This position is responsible for identifying funding opportunities, coordinating and managing the proposal development process, drafting supporting documents, and editing the components of a proposal. The position will assist with proposals by faculty and partners outside of TNBRC as needed. The Research Proposal Development Officer serves an important and highly visible role in a demanding, fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; highly proficient editing ability.
• Independence, initiative, and strong organizational skills.
• Highly proficient in research and analytical skills.
• Ability to recognize administrative challenges, negotiate issues, and implement effective solutions.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously; demonstrated ability to prioritize and efficiently manage a variety of activities with competing deadlines.
• Ability to work cooperatively/effectively with others of various personalities, education and backgrounds.
• Excellent computer skills; high level of fluency in word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet software - Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint expertise.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills needed to present and communicate effectively with all levels of management; a high degree of professionalism.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all work performed.

Required Education and/or Experience

• Master's Degree and three years of successful science grant writing experience or related experience in a science communication field, including extensive writing and administrative expertise.
• OR
• Bachelor’s Degree and six years of successful science grant writing experience or related experience in a science communication field, including extensive writing and administrative expertise.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in academic, non-profit, or biomedical industry environments preferred.

Compensation Information

This position is classified as "exempt, salaried" and is assigned to pay grade 26PREM. Tulane offers a variety of options to enhance your health and well-being so that you may enjoy more out of life now and in the future. Learn more about Life at Tulane as well as our Benefits and Pay. https://hr.tulane.edu/

Location

Covington, Louisiana

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