SBIR/STTR Program Manager - Grants & Outreach

Nnphi; San Juan (PR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust seeks a Program Manager (SBIR/STTR) in San Juan to lead SBIR/STTR program administration and Acércate al Grant initiatives. You will develop curriculum, coordinate outreach, and support grant writing for entrepreneurs and researchers.

The role requires deep SBIR/STTR knowledge, strong grant-writing skills, and the ability to build strategic partnerships with universities, funders, and government partners. Bilingual English/Spanish is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience managing SBIR/STTR programs.
• Bilingual capacity (English and Spanish) required.
• Deep knowledge of SBIR/STTR and grant writing experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead SBIR/STTR Matching Program and Acércate al Grant administration.
• Coordinate projects, curriculum development, stakeholder engagement, and grant writing support.
• Develop and maintain relationships with universities, funders, and partners.
• Prepare reports for funders and stakeholders; monitor program performance.

Skills

Leadership

Grant writing

Project management

Data analysis

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Bachelor’s in business, Industrial Engineering, STEM or related

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Outlook

Project

Power BI

Job description

Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust seeks a Program Manager (SBIR/STTR) in San Juan to lead SBIR/STTR program administration and Acércate al Grant initiatives. You will develop curriculum, coordinate outreach, and support grant writing for entrepreneurs and researchers.

The role requires deep SBIR/STTR knowledge, strong grant-writing skills, and the ability to build strategic partnerships with universities, funders, and government partners. Bilingual English/Spanish is essential.