Grant Proposal Specialist – University of Texas at Arlington

Title of the Job: Grant Proposal Specialist

Location: Arlington, TX

Job Description: Assists in grant proposal development, including facilitating proposal planning, proposal writing and editing, complementing central pre-award support; develops workshops to educate faculty on funding opportunities and grant writing; monitors and submit reports through Mentis (UTA’s Grant Software System).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Grant proposal development:

• Interpret RFPs or sponsor guidelines, facilitate PI planning meetings, develop documents checklist, proofread, assist in writing and editing complex- technical proposals, including improving graphics, assist with budget preparation and budget justifications, facilitate institutional letters of commitment, review subaward proposal documents for compliance and other post-award issues, and assign risk levels when needed.
• Check the research award information systems and other data for accuracy and congruency with the proposal materials.
• Work with central university research office to support successful submission of proposal.

• Maintain funding opportunity information to identify and solicit grants.

• Inform faculty members of grant opportunities.
• Organize proposal development workshops / seminars for popular funding opportunities (e.g., NSF CAREER) for potential PIs.
• Maintain a comprehensive list of federal and private funding agencies.
• Keep information and updated on various sponsors grant requirements.
• Maintain College research data, check status and updates of grant submission through UTA’s Mentis Grant Software System for data reporting, and assists in developing more efficient methods and procedures for grant management.
• Coordinate with other University offices, other institutions of higher education, or funding agencies in connection with grants and research activities.
• Perform other duties (including meeting coordination for Associate Dean of Research) as assigned.
• Oversee and coordinates special projects for the college.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with three (3) years of related experience in grant writing/management, grant proposal development, or any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education.
• Experience in grant preparation and development, proposal editing and writing.
• Proficiency with PeopleSoft & Microsoft Office Suite products.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have sufficient knowledge to review proposal submissions and mitigate items (budget, conflict of interest, etc.) that might be problematic upon award.
• Ability to efficiently and effectively interact faculty and staff members.
• Professional organizational and document-handling skills.
• Detail-oriented with accuracy in typing and spelling.
• Proficiency in the evaluations, observations, analysis and reporting of financial data.

Other Requirements
Working Conditions
Special Conditions for Eligibility
CBC RequirementIt is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
EEO StatementIt is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
ADA AccommodationsThe University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email .

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