Veterinary Research & Grant Projects Lead

Colorado State University; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Colorado State University’s Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory in Fort Collins seeks an Administrative Professional for a part-time role (20 hours/week). The position focuses on securing external funding, managing pre- and post-award activities, and coordinating project tasks within the CSU VDL.

You will work with grant-funded research projects, supervise none, handle data management and stakeholder communications, and ensure compliance with pre-employment and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• DVM degree required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in veterinary medicine.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in project management.
• Experience working on grant-funded research projects.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue external funding opportunities for CSU VDL, including USDA NAHLN and NADPRP Farm Bill funding.
• Manage pre-award and post-award project phases, including proposal development, communication of activities, and financial management.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to project priority and contributors, including conflict resolution.
• Manage operational projects for the VDL with goals, deliverables, and stakeholder coordination.
• Develop relationships with internal/external stakeholders and coordinate plans and schedules.
• Provide data management, objective assessment, and clear communications across projects.

Skills

Project management

Research coordination

Grant management

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Colorado State University’s Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory in Fort Collins seeks an Administrative Professional for a part-time role (20 hours/week). The position focuses on securing external funding, managing pre- and post-award activities, and coordinating project tasks within the CSU VDL.

You will work with grant-funded research projects, supervise none, handle data management and stakeholder communications, and ensure compliance with pre-employment and safety requirements.