SBIR/STTR Program Lead — Innovation & Grants

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; San Juan (PR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust, through Colmena66, seeks a Program Manager (SBIR/STTR) to oversee funding programs, grant support, and outreach for Puerto Rico’s entrepreneurship ecosystem. This role advances innovation by coordinating curriculum, stakeholder engagement, and sponsorship activities.

Responsibilities include program design, partner relations, and ensuring timely reporting to funders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in business, industrial engineering, STEM or related field (advanced degree preferred).
• Minimum three (3) years of experience managing SBIR/STTR programs.
• Strong grant writing skills and demonstrated ability to develop proposals.
• Fully bilingual in Spanish and English; outstanding communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination, compliance, and day-to-day management of SBIR/STTR Matching Program and Acércate al Grant.
• Coordinate projects and activities to align with program goals.
• Plan and implement workshops, webinars, and resources for entrepreneurs and researchers.

Skills

Grants management

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's in Business or STEM

Tools

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Project

Job description

The Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust, through Colmena66, seeks a Program Manager (SBIR/STTR) to oversee funding programs, grant support, and outreach for Puerto Rico’s entrepreneurship ecosystem. This role advances innovation by coordinating curriculum, stakeholder engagement, and sponsorship activities.

Responsibilities include program design, partner relations, and ensuring timely reporting to funders.