Job Title: NextGen Grant Proposal Manager
Location: Columbia
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 41124
Hiring Department

The MU Division of Research, Innovation & Impact (RII)

Job Description

The Division of Research, Innovation & Impact (RII) is administered by the Vice Chancellor for Research and supports the scholarly, scientific, and creative endeavors of the MU faculty and staff. RII provides institutional support to MU faculty throughout all phases of research.

Job Description

The NextGen Grant Proposal Manager will facilitate submission of grant proposals by key faculty involved in NextGen Precision Health, the University of Missouri System’s highest priority research initiative. Success in this role requires a collaborative and pioneering personality, a faculty support-oriented mindset, and the ability to function effectively in the face of deadlines and uncertainty.

The Grant Proposal Manager will work closely with NextGen faculty and research support staff to plan, coordinate, develop and submit grant proposals that faithfully adhere to sponsor guidelines. The successful applicant will be able to assist with development of proposal components, including budget and supporting documents, and navigate sponsor portals for successful submission. Faculty rely on grant writers to provide correct answers on a myriad of federal and institutional grant rules and procedures as well as to provide up-to-date information on the grants culture that will make their proposals more competitive.

Job duties include:

Coordinate efforts with the grant support staff across campus and the pre-award team in the Office of Sponsored Program Administration to help fulfill the University of Missouri’s research mission.

Support NextGen Precision Health investigators in the preparation of external grant proposals, including:

Identifying appropriate funding opportunities for NextGen research

Coordinating proposal development and submission

Assist with creation of project budgets and other supporting documents

Edit draft documents for sponsor compliance requirements

Contact and coordinate with personnel at sponsor agencies and collaborating institutions

Support and encourage faculty in identifying and securing research funding opportunities, including:

Build rapport with faculty to understand which opportunities are compatible with faculty interests, career stage, and other considerations

Work with faculty to set and meet attainable proposal submission goals that advance institutional initiatives

Help faculty understand and navigate submission and resubmission guidelines and procedures for different sponsors

Perform project management for NextGen proposal submissions

Develop suggested timelines for completion of work and successfully engaging stakeholders to meet deadlines

Establish and maintain materials and information that support sustainable procedures for NextGen grant development and submission

Manage a variety of tasks and handle sensitive information under strict timelines

Manage a variety of electronic systems to submit and track proposals, including research.gov, NIH ASSIST and others

Acquire, maintain, and interpret up-to-date knowledge of funding and federal programs and submission deadlines for applications.

Keep abreast of laws, regulations, agency requirements and emerging conditions relevant to grant development.

This position is eligible for 20% telework after the first 6 months.

Salary

$65,000 – $96,992

Grade: GGS 11

University Title: GRANT WRITER LEAD

Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Shift

Typically M – F 8 am to 5 pm with potential for evenings or weekends depending on submission deadlines

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience, and at least 4 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

Five (5) years of experience in proposal development, and/or reviewing, managing, administering grants
Project management experience and/or P.M.P. certification
Experience in proposal development at a research-intensive university
Experience with conducting research
Experience with a variety of external sponsors
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Proficiency with PeopleSoft Grants Module

Application Materials

Cover letter, resume, and samples of previous proposal submissions

Columbia Missouri Information

Columbia, Mo., is known as an ideal college town, combining small-town comforts, community spirit and low cost of living with big-city culture, activities and resources. Home to nationally renowned public schools and other colleges and educational centers, Columbia is packed with restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen annual cultural festivals.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

Diversity Commitment

The University of Missouri is fully committed to achieving the goal of a diverse and inclusive academic community of faculty, staff and students. We seek individuals who are committed to this goal and our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Vice Chancellor of Human Resource Services/Affirmative Action officer at 573-882-4256.

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