Science Grant Writer
University of North Carolina - Wilmington, North Carolina, United States, 28412Work at University of North Carolina
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Posting Information
DepartmentTraCS Institute-429801
Career AreaResearch Professionals
Posting Open Date08/12/2024
Application Deadline08/26/2024
Open Until FilledNo
Position TypePermanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working TitleScience Grant Writer
Appointment TypeEHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number20066091
Vacancy IDNF0008392
Full Time/Part TimeFull-Time Permanent
FTE1
Hours per week40
Position LocationNorth Carolina, US
Hiring RangeDependent upon Qualifications and Experience
Proposed Start Date09/16/2024
Position Information
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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service. The North Carolina Translational and Clinical Sciences Institute (NC TraCS) serves as the academic home for the UNC's Clinical and Translational Sciences Award (CTSA), a funded NIH grant. The vision of the TraCS Institute is to transform how clinical and translational science is being performed, here at UNC, throughout the State and out into the CTSA national community.
Position Summary
Flexible work arrangements, including virtual/hybrid work locations, are an integral part of the School of Medicine's Working Forward initiative. As such, this position's work location is designated as hybrid. Please note that the designated work location is subject to change based on the unit's business needs.
The Scientific Grant Writer will be part of the TraCS Proposal Development Service, which works with investigators from UNC, NC State, and NC A&T in the development of competitive research grant applications and rewriting existing proposals for resubmission or submission to alternate funding mechanisms. Garnering research funding is essential to advancing the translational research supported by TraCS and UNC. The Scientific Grant Writer will research and identify funding opportunities for researchers and collaborate with department leadership and researchers to develop multi-disciplinary proposals to support TraCS research and program activities. They will employ extensive data-gathering for annual reporting as well as collaborate with fundraisers to convert complex bench science into laymen's terms. In addition, the Scientific Grant Writer will be responsible for identifying funding opportunities, working with investigators on developing research strategies and providing expert grantsmanship and proposal development advice and training to UNC, NC State and NC A&T researchers at all levels.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. May require terminal degree and licensure.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
This position requires a candidate who is self-directed with effective time management and organizational skills. Other required qualifications include:Experience with competitive proposal development, writing and reviewingEvidence of science or biomedical technical writing skillsExperience with NIH grant application structure and preparationImpeccable communication and presentation skillsPreferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Master's or Doctorate degree in a biomedical disciplineMinimum 3 years of relevant post-graduate work experienceFamiliarity with NIH grant review processesAbility to work diplomatically and professionally with administration, faculty, study leads, and clinical personnel at all levels
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Special Instructions
Quick Linkhttps://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/285720
Posting Contact Information
Department Contact Name and TitleStephanie Fleming, HR Consultant
Department Contact Telephone or Emailstephanie_fleming@med.unc.edu
Office of Human Resources Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.eduPlease note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.