Discover Your Career at Emory UniversityEmory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.DescriptionJOB DESCRIPTION:
Provides central office proposal development and support services to Emory leadership, faculty, and program staff throughout all Emory colleges and schools.
With the primary focus as development for complex proposal submissions, assists faculty with the preparation, management, and submission of major grant proposals.
Works with senior research leadership to effectively implement Emory's research development strategies; creates and conducts training and outreach activities for potential Principal Investigators and Research Administration Services staff (pre-award); and performs other research development related tasks, as assigned.
Assists faculty and teams of faculty with the preparation and submission of complex external grant proposals that meet a defined set of criteria established for major proposal support.
Provides consulting services on strategic proposal development, including high-level conceptualization to match sponsor priorities and program guidelines; effective proposal/project management services; and credible content creation, editing, and internal evaluation services to assist investigators in the complex process of developing competitive proposals.
Coordinates the work of strategic teams of faculty and academic leadership that cross departmental and disciplinary lines to create and pursue opportunities where interdisciplinary support is available and/or required.
Develops effective briefing materials for university leaders, prepares faculty for their roles in meetings and events, and creates communications (such as one-pagers) for distribution.
Keeps abreast of funding opportunities and programs, grant submission dates and deadlines, historical funding data, and other funding agency requirements.
Manages the university's boilerplate library and other proposal development resources and repositories.
Works closely with the AVPR and the associate deans of research (or equivalent) across Emory's colleges and schools on defining and implementing strategy for increased success in external sponsorship; maps Emory's research and programmatic strengths to the interests and priorities of external funding programs.
Works to advance the University's academic, research, and institutional goals through lasting partnerships with sponsors.
Organizes grant writing workshops/seminars for potential Principal Investigators.
Plans and coordinates training for RAS unit personnel who will support ORD managed proposal submissions.
Plans and executes site visits.
Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree and five years of directly related experience, which may include research administration, pre-award services, project management, and editing/writing.
Master's degree preferred.
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University location as needed and at times, on short notice. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.Emory Supports a Diverse and Inclusive CultureEmory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week advance notice is preferred.Connect With Us!Connect with us for general consideration!Job Number 139254Job Type Regular Full-TimeDivision Research AdministrationDepartment Office of Research DevelopmentJob Category Research AdministrationCampus Location (For Posting) : Location US-GA-AtlantaLocation : Name Emory Campus-Clifton CorridorRemote Work Classification Primarily Remote – MonthlyHealth and Safety Information Not Applicable
