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College of Agriculture Food, and Natural Resources Grants Office
Join Our Team as a Senior Grant Writer at CAFNR!
Are you passionate about research and eager to make a significant impact in the academic world? The MU College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR) Grants Office is seeking a dynamic and motivated Senior Grant Writer to join our team!
As a Senior Grant Writer, you will play a crucial role in helping our faculty secure extramural research funding, particularly for interdisciplinary projects and collaborations. You will facilitate partnerships across colleges and universities, lead grantsmanship training, and engage in professional development opportunities. If you thrive in a deadline-driven environment and possess excellent communication skills, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and Coordinate: Manage the preparation of grant proposals involving multiple investigators from various departments, schools, and even off-campus institutions.
* Mentor Junior Faculty: Guide junior faculty through the grant process, helping them secure funding to establish and grow their research programs.
* Collaborate and Contribute: Participate in planning meetings, budget construction, writing, editing, and final preparation of applications to federal, state, corporate, and foundation sponsors.
* Interpret Guidelines: Obtain and interpret grant proposal guidelines and requirements from agency publications and regulations.
* Prepare Materials: Compile and prepare materials to comply with sponsor requirements.
* Provide Feedback: Offer detailed critiques of draft documents, identify missing information and potential issues, and work with investigators to strengthen applications.
* Editorial Services: Advise investigators on the form, style, and format of proposal materials.
* Organize Training: Work with the CAFNR Research Team to organize and present grants training for faculty, staff, and students.
* Policy Guidance: Collaborate with the CAFNR Grants Office to provide policy and practical guidance to the Associate Dean for Research.
* Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned.
Why Join Us?
* Impactful Work: Contribute to groundbreaking research and innovation.
* Collaborative Environment: Work with a diverse and talented team of professionals.
* Professional Growth: Engage in continuous learning and development opportunities.
* Supportive Culture: Be part of a supportive and inclusive community.
If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a difference, apply now to join the CAFNR Grants Office as a Senior Grant Writer!
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Friday
May be eligible to work remotely one day per week with supervisory approval.
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.
Bachelor's degree with prior experience developing proposals, preparing/submitting grant applications from federal agencies.
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.
MU Application, Cover Letter, CV/Resume, and contact information for references will be required for hire.
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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.
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, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America.
Salary : $51,875 - $60,000
