Senior Grant Writer - CAFNR Grants Office Job at University of Missouri-Columbia

Content Summary: Senior Grant Writer - CAFNR Grants Office at Columbia, for University of Missouri-Columbia Hiring Department

College of Agriculture Food, and Natural Resources Grants Office

Job Description

The College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR) Grants Office looking for a Senior Grant Writer.

The Senior Grant Writer assists and encourages faculty in securing extramural research funding, much of which is for interdisciplinary project teams and multiple investigators; facilitates inter-college/university partnerships related to grant proposal development; leads divisional grantsmanship training for faculty, staff and students; engages in appropriate professional development opportunities. Individual must be comfortable working in an environment that is deadline-driven with a high volume of proposals to process periodically and possess good communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate the roles of multiple investigators in the preparation of grant proposals often involving multiple departments, schools or colleges, and (quite often) investigators from off campus.
• Assist junior faculty in learning the grant process and grantsmanship, and help them secure funding to establish and grow their research programs.
• Initiate, attend and contribute to planning meetings, budget construction, writing, editing, final preparation, and coordination of applications to federal, state, corporate and foundation sponsors.
• Obtain and interpret grant proposal guidelines and requirements as determined by agency publications and regulations.
• Compile and prepare materials and information to comply with sponsor requirements.
• Provide detailed critiques of draft documents, identifying missing information and potential problem areas, and work with investigators to strengthen and complete the applications.
• Provide editorial services and advise investigators concerning form, style and format of proposal materials.
• Work with the other members of the CAFNR Research Team to organize and present grants training for CAFNR faculty, staff, and students.
• Work with the other members of the CAFNR Grants Office to provide policy and practical guidance to the Associate Dean for Research.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Shift

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Friday

May be eligible to work remotely one day per week after 6 months with supervisory approval.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience, and at least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with prior experience developing proposals, preparing/submitting grant applications from federal agencies.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $51,875 - $60,000 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Grade: GGS-010

University Title: SENIOR GRANT WRITER

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

Application Materials

MU Application, Cover Letter, CV/Resume, and contact information for references will be required for hire.

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen cultural festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.