Senior Proposal Analyst - Grants & Budgets

Mines; Colorado; On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible health/dental care options

Generous vacation and holidays

Tuition benefits

Job summary

Colorado School of Mines in Golden, CO is seeking a Proposal Analyst III to support faculty in developing sponsored proposals, budgeting, and submitting to external funders. This on-site role requires collaboration with subrecipients, ensuring sponsor compliance, and maintaining the institutional data repository.

The position emphasizes process improvement, mentorship of junior analysts, and strong analytical skills, with a salary range of $84,750 to $95,000 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field.
• At least four years experience in research administration.
• Knowledge of regulations governing sponsored research.
• Ability to critically analyze information to make independent decisions.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
• Skill in establishing and fostering a cooperative work environment.
• Skill in analyzing and solving problems.
• Evidence of leadership ability.
• Self-motivated and ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Manage submissions for complex research grant proposals and ensure timely submission.
• Review proposals for compliance with regulations and sponsor requirements.
• Coordinate information dissemination for subrecipients and contractors.
• Create institutionally approved proposal budgets reflecting costs and policies.
• Negotiate costs with sponsors and justify policies.
• Determine proposal prioritization based on deadlines and resources.
• Provide training to Proposal Analysts and faculty on requirements and regulations.
• Develop and improve proposal team policies and procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Independent decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Advanced degree in research administration, business administration, or related field

Tools

Databases

Enterprise financial systems

Presentation software

Job description

Colorado School of Mines in Golden, CO is seeking a Proposal Analyst III to support faculty in developing sponsored proposals, budgeting, and submitting to external funders. This on-site role requires collaboration with subrecipients, ensuring sponsor compliance, and maintaining the institutional data repository.

The position emphasizes process improvement, mentorship of junior analysts, and strong analytical skills, with a salary range of $84,750 to $95,000 and a comprehensive benefits package.