Senior Grant Writer - Medicine - 141778

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health seeks a Senior Grant Writer to lead proposal development for MASLD research. You will research, draft, edit, and align materials with fundraising goals, collaborating with investigators and teams to ensure timely submissions.

You will coordinate with clinical researchers, ensure accuracy of data, and produce manuscripts, progress reports, and related materials for diverse funders.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of related experience or a Bachelor's plus 3 years in related area.
• Strong writing, grammar, and punctuation fundamentals.
• Editorial style and publication guideline knowledge.
• Ability to research, verify facts, and manage data.
• Experience writing scientific grant proposals independently.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and discretion.
• Knowledge of the higher education/health sciences context.
• Experience with publishing software and web production.

Responsibilities

• Research, develop, and write grant proposals aligning with fundraising goals.
• Guide data collection, organize complex information, and interpret results.
• Coordinate content with collaborators and stakeholders for proposals.
• Edit for style, logic, and consistency across materials.

Skills

Strong writing

Editorial style

Research ability

Communication

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Analytical thinking

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Publish/production tools

RedCap

Statistical software

Job description

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 10/10/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

As the largest and oldest department within the UC San Diego School of Medicine, the Department of Medicine employs nearly 500 faculty members and 1,000 academic appointees, residents, fellows, postdocs, and staff, in pursuit of its academic, clinical, and research missions.

The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology in the Department of Medicine conducts research studies which study Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) and metabolic dysfunction-associated Steatotic liver disease (MASLD) in adult patients.

The MASLD Research Center focus on the etiology, contributing factors, natural history, complications, and therapy of MASH and MASLD. The MASLD Research Center participates in pharmaceutical clinical trials and Principal Investigator (PI) initiated studies which focus on the discovery and validation of innovative biomarkers for MASLD, with a special focus on identifying those patients at greatest risk for MASH, advanced liver fibrosis, and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC).

Under the general supervision of the Clinical Research Supervisor, the Senior Grant Writer is primarily responsible for researching, developing, and writing grant proposals, while aligning these efforts with overall fundraising goals and strategic planning. The incumbent conducts needs assessments, oversees any related data collection, organizes and interprets complex data, facilitates clear communication, analyzes program activities, and ensures the successful submission of proposals with minimal supervision. The incumbent may also support the team by contributing to the development of clinical research protocols, scientific manuscripts, progress reports, and by facilitating communications with collaborators and other stakeholders.

The role involves writing and editing comprehensive and challenging materials for stylistic consistency, logic, organization, and content development. The Senior Grant Writer also researches, selects sources, conducts interviews, and ensures accuracy in all written work. Furthermore, they recommend content and layout, edit, and coordinate the production of printed and online materials, as well as facilitate the conversion of print materials to digital formats for archiving. Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Seven years of related experience, education/training, OR an Bachelor's degree in related area plus three years of related experience/training.

• Thorough knowledge of the fundamentals of writing, grammar, syntax, style, and punctuation.

• Thorough knowledge of appropriate editorial style and publication guidelines.

• Thorough research and fact verification skills.

• Thorough knowledge of a related academic discipline or field and/or health sciences.

• Experience with writing scientific grant proposals independently; application should include a detailed list of each successfully funded proposal written by the applicant.

• Thorough skills to write clear, lively, engaging and compelling copy in a variety of styles appropriate to target audiences and / or the broader public, while ensuring adherence to the location's message. Superiorinterpersonal,written,andoralcommunicationskillstoeffectivelycommunicate,collaborate,establishand maintaingoodworkingrelationshipswithadiversepopulation.Demonstratedabilitytocommunicatewithtact, diplomacy,flexibility,professionalism,anddiscretion.

• Thorough knowledge of the location, including its mission, goals, achievements, infrastructure, programs, and policies.

• Thorough knowledge of issues in higher education, a specialized academic discipline or field and / or health sciences.

• Knowledge of computer applications for publishing, image handling, and / or web production.

• Thorough interpersonal communications skills, including active listening and effective collaboration skills.

• Thorough analytical and critical thinking skills.

• Thorough attention to detail, project management and organizational skills.

• Skill to maintain confidentiality.

• Experienceindatacollection,managementandanalysis,usingwebtools,relationaldatabases,statisticalsoftware andspreadsheets.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of MASLD.

• Experience in submitting grants and proposals to NIH and other funding bodies.

• Experience working with Redcap and other database programs.

• Experience working in a research environment.

• Experience working with multiple Principal Investigators and other key stakeholders.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check.
• Employment is subject to pre-employment physical for those who work in clinical settings and/or with patients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• Complies with the University of California, San Diego Health (UCSDH) Principles of Community.
• This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: Unclassified - No data available (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: Unclassified - No data available

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).