Jr. Specialist - Grant Writing Research Support Job at Society for Technical Com

Jr. Specialist - Grant Writing Research Support

Position Overview:
A reasonable estimate for this position is Step 1, @ $24.57 per hour or $51,300 annually, or Step 2, @ $26.15 per hour or $54,600


The Department of Surgery at the University of California, Davis invites applications for multiple qualified Junior Specialists for grant writing and research support. This position will be involved in interdisciplinary studies focusing on basic science research. The successful candidates will also plan, prepare, organize, write, edit, and provide grant development support. The individual will be involved in the following activities: Assist in preparing a range of grant proposals that could be small (1 year) to larger (3+ years) more complex interdisciplinary grants; compile, write and edit grant applications; edit draft applications for data accuracy, scientific clarity and logic, and visual design; write or rewrite and organize scientific manuscripts for publications in peer-reviewed literature including the review of syntax, logical organization and grammar; verify that manuscripts meet editorial standard requirements of each journal.

General responsibilities may include:

RESEARCH (70%):

Prepare grant proposals

Maintain and update investigators files

Monitor progress of proposal for content accuracy and timely submissions

Read and provide essential writing & editing support on all documents in response to Request for Proposals (RFPs)and Request for Applications (RFAs)

Collaborate, plan & design proposal outline

Facilitate document preparation, assemble written technical content contributions from proponents, obtain supporting documents & forms, and upload into sponsor portals

Maintain consistency throughout process

Evaluate, guide, coordinate and manage editorial changes of multiple writers/reviewers and provide technical advice

Edit draft applications for accuracy, scientific clarity and logic and visual design for effective communication to meet grant requirements

Independently rewrite and reorganize scientific manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed literature. Review syntax, logical organization and grammar

Verify accuracy of tables, graphs, illustrations and charts within manuscripts

Evaluate manuscript for value of content, logic and validity of conclusions in regard to submission to specific journals

Assist with overall strategy of presenting data and communication main message of the author's research findings

Verify manuscripts meet editorial standard requirements of each journal

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE (20%):

Participation in surgery and bioengineering conferences and professional/technical societies or groups and other educational and research organizations

Review of journal manuscripts and other publications related to surgery and bioengineering research

Additional education and credentials as related to surgery and bioengineering research

UNIVERSITY AND PUBLIC SERVICE (10%):

Committee service for lab safety, animal care, facilities, and mentorship of volunteer students

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal, communication, and an interest in basic science; as well as the ability to work well independently and as part of a team.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE: 2 positions

TERM OF APPOINTMENT: Appointments may be made up to 100% time, benefits included based on appointment percentage. Duration: 1-2 years. On call and weekend work may be required but will be scheduled ahead of time.

For full consideration, applications must be received by September 30, 2024. However, the position will remain open until filled, or through June 30, 2025.

Qualified applicants should apply online at UC Recruit: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF06293 A current CV and contact information for two references are required to apply.

Please direct questions to Thandine Wooten via email: tbwooten@ucdavis.edu Subject line should read: 2024-2025 Grant Writing Research Support

UC Davis commits to inclusion excellence by advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, and individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct . If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact the recruiting department.

Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain UCSC positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check. More information is available
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UC Davis is a smoke & tobacco-free campus ( http://breathefree.ucdavis.edu/ ).


To apply, visit https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF06293





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