WVU Department of Mechanical, Materials and Aerospace Engineering · 9 hours ago
Grant Writer - Dean's Administration - Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources 28315
Morgantown, WV
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expWest Virginia University is a prominent institution in the state, and they are seeking a Grant Writer for the Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources. The role involves developing research proposals for various funding sources and collaborating with faculty and staff to ensure successful proposal submissions.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Work with the ADR, faculty, and lead grant administrator to guide and facilitate faculty and staff in the development and preparation of research proposals, contracts, sub-contracts, and agreements, specializing in development of narratives, abstracts, and other text elements. Familiarity with budget development preferred
Review solicitations for detailed requirements including purpose of the solicitation and instructions for completing a proposal
Ensure that proposals meet sponsoring agency guidelines and requirements. For multi-investigator solicitations, assist with developing research teams both internal to the college and WVU and externally to WVU
Develop the proposal preparation schedule as needed to ensure proposals are submitted in accordance with WVU submission timelines
Gather proposal information for proposals by identifying sources of information, coordinating submissions and collections
Provide technical editing and writing support
Responsible for working with PIs and researchers to coordinate preparation and writing proposals to explain complex information in a clear and concise manner. Expected to write coherent, organized, and compelling proposals
Proofread PI-led proposals and check the proposal against the solicitation requirements as possible within deadline constraints
Act as back-up to lead grants administrator on proposal submissions, working with the Office of Sponsored Programs as appropriate
Work to form partnerships and collaborations with other universities, industry, foundations, and potential funding sources
Research and develop new avenues of funding for the College
Work with the lead grant administrator to ensure that requested budget amounts reflect the scope of work to be performed
Provide administrative support related to the preparation of pre-award, renewal, and/or post-award activities for grants, contracts, and other funding requests
Work with the head grant administrator to develop, coordinate, and deliver training and workshops for faculty on topics research business process topics such as export control, IP protection, Kuali Coeus submissions, etc
Organize and support research-related events, including workshops, trainings, conferences, and WVU’s annual Research Week
Coordinate visits and meetings with industry representatives, government agencies, university guests, and program managers
Prepare materials and logistical arrangements for all events and engagements hosted by the Research Office
Maintain and update the Research Office website to ensure all content is accurate and current
Prepare weekly funding opportunity lists, graduate research assistant (GRA) fellowship opportunities, and industry research opportunity announcements
Work with the Associate Dean and Research Office Staff to prepare presentations and other outreach materials for internal and external audiences
Help maintain a well-organized and current Research Information Library with funding announcements, proposal templates, and reference materials
Support internal tracking of research activities and outcomes and contribute to quarterly and annual research reports with data visualizations and summaries
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in professional or technical writing with coursework in science or engineering or bachelor's in science or engineering with coursework in professional and technical writing or related demonstrated experience
A minimum of two (2) years of experience in writing, preparing, and responding to RFP's to governmental and other agencies for research and development contracts, both solicited and unsolicited or other evidence of technical writing experience
A minimum of two (2) years of directly related experience in the submission of proposals to government, corporate, and foundation solicitations
Comprehensive knowledge of grammar and syntax
Knowledge of online research resources and databases available through WVU Libraries or similar sources
Understanding of technical, scientific, and engineering concepts and terminology
Proficient use of Microsoft Office applications at the intermediate level or higher
Computer and desktop publishing skills
Proficient use of Adobe applications
Technical writing skills with demonstrated excellence
Strong verbal communication skills
Strong presentation skills
Graphic design and layout skills to visually communicate technical concepts
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills for managing multiple deadlines and coordinating among multiple individuals
Ability to prepare and revise complex technical documents on short notice
Ability to independently synthesize concepts and requirements to create templates, guidelines, summaries, memos, and other tools
Ability to grasp technical, scientific, and engineering concepts described by subject matter experts and ask probing questions to ensure understanding
Ability to create, rewrite, and update templates for solicitation-required materials such as biosketches
Ability to learn and expand one's knowledge base in computer software and related products
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with colleagues
Ability to manage multiple proposal development activities simultaneously under critical deadlines
Preferred
Familiarity with budget development
Benefits
37.5-hour work week
13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
24 annual leave (vacation) days per year or more based on years of service (employee leave)
18 sick days per year (for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ’s
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Company
WVU Department of Mechanical, Materials and Aerospace Engineering
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11-50 employees
Funding
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