Grant Proposal Specialist
The University of Texas at Arlington

Job Info

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Posting Number:

S05577P

Position Title:

Grant Proposal Specialist

Department:

Vice President for Research

Location:

Arlington

Job Family:

Research

Position Status:

Full-time

Work Hours:

Standard

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm

• Preferred Hybrid (In office and Work from home). Total work from home with occasional visit to the University could be considered.

Open to:

External and Internal

Salary:

Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.

Duration:

Funding expected to continue

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Benefits at UTA:

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits

To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
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University Information:

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times' annual "Best for Vets: Colleges" list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

Job Summary:

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.

CBC Requirement:

It 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 Statement:

It 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 Accommodations:

The 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 ADADocs@uta.edu.

Number of Vacancies:

1

Minimum Number of References Required:

3

Maximum Number of References Accepted:

3

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

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