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Job Description
Operating Title
Senior Associate – Large, Complex Proposal Development SpecialistLong Classification Title
Senior Associate, Research DevelopmentCampus Location
DurhamDepartment
UNH Research Development & CommunicationSummary of Position
Reporting to the Director of Research & Large Center Development (RLCD), the position supports the Research, Economic Engagement, and Outreach (REEO) Office mission and its strategic goals to increase externally funded research and sponsored programs and UNH’s visibility as a research university. This position will carry out research development services and programs as designated by the Director to provide support to individuals and teams of faculty, researchers, post-docs and graduate students. This position will primarily lead RLCD support for the development of highly competitive, complex, interdisciplinary, multi-million dollar proposals to federal agencies, as well as develop training and practices to support “Team Science” research efforts and a culture of collaboration at UNH and throughout USNH.
Acceptable minimum level of education
Master'sAcceptable minimum years of experience
3-5 yearsAdditional Job Information
UNH is a federal contractor within the meaning of the Executive Order on Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors. This position may require that you be vaccinated against COVID-19 in the future, unless you apply for and receive a religious or medical exemption. You may not test out of this requirement.
Posting Number
PS3552FY22Other minimum qualifications
Combination of education and professional experience that reflects successful proposal writing in academia or industry, proposal review and/or experience as a federal agency program officer or rotator, and experience in Team Science. Project and/or proposal management experience, particularly Broad familiarity with the range of Federal sponsors that fund research and scholarship. Strong interpersonal skills and understanding of how to write clear, engaging, and persuasive text in a variety of styles appropriate to target audiences and/or the broader public, while ensuring adherence to the funding sponsor’s guidelines. Knowledge of emerging fields in science and technology. Demonstrated vision and creativity in approaching time-sensitive projects.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Ph.D. or terminal degree. Track-record of developing large, complex proposals and securing funding from external sources (e.g., NSF, DOE, NIH, NASA, NOAA, etc.). Ability to work independently, yet also lead and participate as a member of a team. Experience developing and presenting educational programs and/or workshops.
Salary Information
Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/51340Percent Time Information (FTE)
1.00Grade
23EEO Statement
The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
Institution Information
The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.
The UNH Diversity Resource Guide with information and programming available in the seacoast area, New Hampshire, and the region can be found here: https://www.unh.edu/hr/diversity-resource-guide
Posting Date
05/23/2023Open Until Filled
YesPosting Open to Internal Candidates Only?
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Salaried Staff (Exempt)Appointment Type
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None applicableDuty/Responsibility
Proposal Development
With a primary focus on large, complex proposals, collaborate with researchers to develop project timelines and manage the full proposal life cycle while working with the Office of Sponsored Programs Administration (SPA) to ensure they have all materials needed to submit high-quality proposals on time. Facilitate proposal process for researchers and SPA by creating internal deadlines and tracking internal deliverables, reiterate RFP technical requirements needing focus, and assemble human and non-human resources to support teams to develop the most competitive possible proposals.
With a primary focus on large, complex proposals, collaborate with researchers to develop project timelines and manage the full proposal life cycle while working with the Office of Sponsored Programs Administration (SPA) to ensure they have all materials needed to submit high-quality proposals on time. Facilitate proposal process for researchers and SPA by creating internal deadlines and tracking internal deliverables, reiterate RFP technical requirements needing focus, and assemble human and non-human resources to support teams to develop the most competitive possible proposals.
Duty/Responsibility
Research Development
Work with UNH and USNH leadership to identify large, multidisciplinary funding opportunities from federal and non-federal sources that capitalize on existing strengths and expertise; and build complementary strategies to pursue these opportunities. Develop strategies for raising awareness of opportunities, supporting teaming, and building team science skills through education/ training, seminars, and workshops.
Work with UNH and USNH leadership to identify large, multidisciplinary funding opportunities from federal and non-federal sources that capitalize on existing strengths and expertise; and build complementary strategies to pursue these opportunities. Develop strategies for raising awareness of opportunities, supporting teaming, and building team science skills through education/ training, seminars, and workshops.
Duty/Responsibility
Strategic Collaborations
Work with UNH and USNH offices and programs as appropriate to catalyze new interdisciplinary research initiatives. Facilitate collaborations within UNH, across institutions, and with state and industry partners. Assist implementation of internal seed fund competitions, such as the Collaborative Research Excellence initiative (CoRE), including: coordination of awardee review and guidance strategy; outreach to faculty and administration; development of CoRE funding solicitation(s); implementation of CoRE application review process; and management of select CoRE-awarded teams.
Work with UNH and USNH offices and programs as appropriate to catalyze new interdisciplinary research initiatives. Facilitate collaborations within UNH, across institutions, and with state and industry partners. Assist implementation of internal seed fund competitions, such as the Collaborative Research Excellence initiative (CoRE), including: coordination of awardee review and guidance strategy; outreach to faculty and administration; development of CoRE funding solicitation(s); implementation of CoRE application review process; and management of select CoRE-awarded teams.
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