Research Development Specialist

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
Commensurate with education + experience; benefits...
Not specified
Grant proposal development
Scientific writing and editing
Research funding acquisition
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Research Development Specialist to support the growth and sustainability of its research enterprise. This role involves developing grant proposals, securing funding, and promoting interdisciplinary collaboration

Job Summary

  • The Research Development Specialist supports the growth and sustainability of the institutional research enterprise by partnering with faculty, staff, and administrators to develop high-quality grant proposals and secure extramural research funding.
  • This role involves providing strategic advice throughout the entire proposal development lifecycle, with a focus on large-scale, complex, and multidisciplinary applications.
  • UAMS offers benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, holiday, vacation, and sick leave, education discounts, and retirement matching for eligible positions.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Research Development Specialist to support the growth and sustainability of its research enterprise. This role involves developing grant proposals, securing funding, and promoting interdisciplinary collaboration.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Benefits: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Grant proposal development
  • Scientific writing and editing
  • Research funding acquisition
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Grant writing for federal and foundation sources

Nice-to-have

  • Strategic advice
  • Teamwork and diversity
  • Capacity building
  • Relationship management

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in science field with 2 years experience OR PhD in science field
  • Willingness to seek Editor in Life Sciences certification
  • Willingness to obtain UAMS Grants Management Certification
  • Ability to work with personnel across multiple levels

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