Proposal Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in District of Columbia, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Offer pre-award assistance to faculty and postdoctoral fellows in all facets of proposal development.

• Create budgets and complete as well as submit proposal forms.

• Prepare submissions for proposals targeting both federal and non-federal funding sources.

• Identify, organize, facilitate, and submit new proposals, resubmissions, and competitive renewal research proposals.

• Assist in grants and collaborative initiatives with other institutions.

• Collaborate with researchers across various departments within Main Campus and the Medical Center.

• Report directly to the Associate Director or Manager of Research Administration.

• Work in conjunction with staff within the cluster, Proposal Specialists throughout JORA, and other offices.

• Ensure that proposals are complete, accurate, and compliant with the regulations, policies, and guidelines set by sponsors and the institution.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.

• 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience in a university or non-profit grants management role.

• Understanding of sponsored research funding mechanisms, including federal agencies (NIH, NSF, DOD, etc.), non-federal government agencies, international organizations, industry, foundations, and private and non-profit entities.

• In-depth knowledge of federal funding guidelines (2 CFR 200, FAR, etc.).

• Proficient in financial systems, accounting, and cost accounting standards related to grants and contracts management.

• Experience in budgeting using Excel.

• Expertise in electronic grant submissions through Grants.gov and other online platforms.

• Proficient in Excel, Adobe Professional, and Docusign.

• Flexible and adaptable to ongoing changes in internal and external policies.

• Ability to set clear priorities and multitask effectively in a high-volume environment.

• Capability to work quickly and efficiently under pressure.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, along with organizational abilities, suitable for a fast-paced academic environment.

• Skilled in creating a collaborative, customer-focused work atmosphere where multiple customers have competing priorities.

• Certified Research Administration (CRA), Certified PreAward Research Administration (CPRA), and/or Certified Financial Research Administration (CFRA) preferred.

• Familiarity with Workday is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Disability insurance.

• Life insurance.

• Retirement savings.

• Tuition assistance.

• Work-life balance benefits.

• Employee discounts.

• Voluntary insurance options.

• Telework designation.

• Professional development opportunities.

• Community involvement opportunities.