ATSU - Proposal Development Specialist
ATSU

Job Info

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A.T. Still University (ATSU) is seeking applications for a Proposal Development Specialist on the Mesa, Arizona campus. This position reports to the Director of Sponsored Programs.

ATSU is a culturally rich environment leading the way in whole-person health education with cutting edge technology and instruction. Sponsored Programs is a fast-paced, service-oriented team which is responsive to the dynamic needs of University faculty and administrators.

The Proposal Development Specialist will serve as a key Sponsored Programs pre-award team member, working collaboratively to provide grantsmanship expertise and grant-writing leadership to faculty, administration, and staff. Specifically, they will be responsible for pre-award funding searches, topical analyses, and grant development/writing (facilitating competitive applications to federal, state, and/or foundation sources) that complements ATSU's mission and the strategic directions of its health professions schools, colleges, and programs.

The Proposal Development Specialist will report directly to the Director of Pre-Award Services. Proposal Development Specialist duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Meet with deans, administrators, faculty, and stakeholders to help identify/link ATSU programs to optimal external funding
• Research, analyze, and recommend SP funding opportunities based on institutional priorities and competitiveness
• Develop grant-related ideas/priority areas and collaboratively write/prepare authorized SP applications
• Serve as a liaison between the University and funding agency personnel
• Assist with the development of project budgets, sub-award/contractual agreements, and progress reports
• Survey and keep abreast of professional literature relevant to ATSU priority areas/strategic directions
• Accomplish special projects assigned to the Sponsored Programs team

The responsibilities of the Proposal Development Specialist will include, but are limited to, the following:

• Research grant-related topics/demographics, cite relevant literature, and prepare summary analyses
• Collaboratively generate successful SP grant applications via co-writing, ghost-writing, and peer editing
• Nurture, mentor, and help train faculty and staff on grant-related issues and skill building
• Assist in the daily operation of the SP office and maintain strong relationships with colleagues in multiple locations/states
• Manage/accomplish special projects as assigned

Skills / Requirements

Applicants with proven track record of writing/receiving prior grant dollars preferred, as are those with knowledge/experience in public and private funding sources. Experience with: 1) grant/technical/creative writing, program development, proofreading, editing, and/or scientific writing; 2) working in a highly productive, fast-paced, and sometimes stressful environment, 3) working with multiple people and projects simultaneously; 4) working independently and in a team environment; and 5) managing multiple deadlines priorities.

Must be service and teamwork oriented! Strong interpersonal communication; excellent written and oral communication; effective time management and organization; advanced proofing and editing; exceptional reading and comprehension; critical thinking; strong problem-solving; project management experience; diplomacy; and advanced computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, database, and other business applications/programs). General office skills are also necessary. Must be a self-starter.

Qualifications for this position require a four-year college degree or equivalent combination of education/training.

Pay from $49,088.

Campus location is Mesa with potential for a telecommuting.

A.T. Still University (ATSU) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault (e.g., non-consensual sexual contact/intercourse), stalking, harassment, and retaliation are forms of discrimination prohibited by ATSU.

ATSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverages, among more. If eligible, employee-elected benefits would begin the first of the month following hire date. For more information, please visit: atsu.edu/employment/benefits.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelors or better.

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