Grant Writer
(this is NOT a remote position)
The Office of the Vice President for Research is seeking a full-time Grant Writer to work closely with faculty, staff, and administrators from a variety
of disciplines, to
develop and
write grant proposals for large-scale, strategic proposals with broad University impact and involving interdisciplinary teams.
Major job responsibilities
include, but are not limited to:
1.
Coordinate,
develop, and
write grant
proposals to
government agencies and private entities for large-scale, strategic proposals with broad University impact and involving interdisciplinary
teams.
•
Identify,
review, and
analyze funding
opportunities; write
non- programmatic proposal sections; edit and rewrite; review supplementary documents for compliance with sponsor and assemble these documents; develop checklists and timelines; coordinate pre-submission peer review (when appropriate) provide
logistical support;
compare proposal
to RFA
for alignment and completion.
•
Facilitate
collaboration among
faculty, staff,
and administrators from OSU and partner institutions/organizations and for multi- institutional, interdisciplinary projects.
•
Compose,
organize, and
refine information
included in
external funding proposals, ensuring compliance with University, government, and funding agency regulations. Exercise independent judgment in clarifying and resolving conflicts and issues of concern related to proposal submission.
2.
Cultivate and maintain knowledge of proposal preparation and submission
requirements of
federal agencies,
private foundations, industry sponsors, the University, and other funding
organizations.
3.
Develop and maintain resource information to assist faculty with proposal development including educational and informational materials posted on-line
and otherwise disseminated widely
(e.g., library
of resources
on topics
such as broader impacts/broadening participation, campus research facilities, etc.).
4.
Develop
and deliver
in-service trainings/workshops/seminars
on topics
related to
grant proposal
development and
preparation to (a) faculty and staff and (b) college-based research administrative staff.
5.
Provide
grant writing
assistance for
Oklahoma A&M
System institutions when needed.
Professional Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree is required. The ideal candidate must have at least five years of professional grant writing experience, a strong background in research or creative project proposal
development, with a proven record of funded proposals from private, state and/or federal sponsors. Must also have professional research proposal preparation experience, experience with reviewing, understanding, and interpreting federal and non-federal sponsor
regulations including proposal budget development, complex proposal submissions, interpretation of solicitation language and compliance requirements of the federal government, University, foundations and non-profits, and other external funding agencies.
OSU prefers an individual with a Master’s degree with eight years of professional grant writing experience, with a successful track record of grant acquisition from state and federal level sponsors.
For other minimum qualifications, see the online posting noted under the application procedures.
Applicants must apply on-line at
https://jobs.okstate.edu.
When applying, refer to Req11612. Applicants should attach a resume, a letter of application, and the names, addresses (including e-mail addresses), and telephone numbers of three professional references. Applications will be accepted until a successful
candidate is selected.
Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply
with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and
can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in
the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State
University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status
with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.