Scientific Grant Writer and Program Manager
Company: Stanford University
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: September 19, 2024
Job Description:
Scientific Grant Writer and Program ManagerThe Byers Eye
Institute in the Department of Ophthalmology, at Stanford
University School of Medicine, is a top-tier, internationally
recognized, multidisciplinary center combining world-class
resources with a commitment to providing the highest level of
diagnostic and therapeutic care to our patients. Our faculty and
staff provide excellence in ocular and vision healthcare to
patients, while our cutting-edge team of researchers carry out
innovative laboratory research and clinical trials.The department
is currently seeking an experienced and professional Grant Writer
(Academic Program Professional 2) to collaborate with our faculty
and research administration team to manage the proposal preparation
on industry grants, contracts, program projects, and federal
grants, both routine and complex. The ideal candidate should have
demonstrated experience with successful complex grant proposal
preparation, enjoy interacting and working with many different
people and teams, be able to follow through in a fast-paced
environment, adapt well to changing priorities, anticipate and plan
for tight deadlines, employ critical thinking in daily tasks, and
be a self-starter.Duties include:
- Develop and manage research programs by conducting research
activities, including outreach to varied stakeholders within the
program, assigning resources and making program improvement
recommendations that impact policies and programs.
- Identify, recommend and implement opportunities for new
research.
- Source, collect and analyze data, create reports, review and
explain trends; formulate and evaluate alternative solutions and/or
recommendations to achieve the goals of the program or
function.
- Teach and/or assist in the teaching and administration of
courses. Develop curriculum. Develop curriculum-rating survey,
detailed feedback on courses and make recommendations for
preliminary overview and changes.
- Write and/or edit complex content for proposals, research
grants, peer-reviewed publications, and other program
activities.
- Contribute to and inform on strategic program/entity planning
and related funding and financial sustainability.
- May advise students and/or coach/mentor clients.
- Develop or contribute to outreach strategy related to program
communications, development, partnerships, and
fundraising/funding.
- Coach and mentor program staff.* - Other duties may also be
assignedDESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Experience with NIH grant
writing.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):Bachelor's degree and
three or more years of relevant experience or combination of
education, training, and relevant experience. Advanced degree may
be required for some programs. For jobs with financial
responsibilities, experience managing a budget and developing
financial plans.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):
- Ability to develop program partnerships and funding
sources.
- Excellent oral, written, and analytical skills, exhibiting
fluency in area of specialization.
- Ability to oversee and direct staff.
- Basic knowledge of managing budgets and developing financial
plans.CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:For teaching jobs, advanced degree
or certification may be required for some programs.PHYSICAL
REQUIREMENTS*:
- Frequently stand/walk, sitting, grasp lightly/fine
manipulation, perform desk-based computer tasks.
- Occasionally use a telephone, writing by hand,
lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 40 pounds.
- Rarely sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull
objects that weigh > 40 pounds.
- Ability to use voice to present information/communicate with
others.* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the
University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee
with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the
essential functions of his or her job.WORKING CONDITIONS:
- May work extended hours, evenings or weekends.
- May travel locally.
- Occasional overnight travel.This role is open to candidates
anywhere in the United States. Stanford University has five
Regional Pay Structures. The compensation for this position will be
based on the location of the successful candidate. The expected pay
range for this position is $77,000 to $139,000 per annum.Stanford
University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate
of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position.
The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on
factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities
of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate,
departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic
location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.At Stanford
University, base pay represents only one aspect of the
comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website
(https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides
detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and
rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package
for this position may be discussed during the hiring
process.Additional Information
- Schedule: Full-time
- Job Code: 4112
- Employee Status: Regular
- Grade: J
- Requisition ID: 103949School of Medicine, Stanford, California,
United States
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