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November 15, 2024
Arizona State University
Tempe
FULL TIME
Proposal Manager
The Knowledge Enterprise (KE) Research Development Office (RD) at ASU seeks an energetic, creative, and analytical individual to join us as a Proposal Manager, Research to help our faculty uncover the lessons of the past, navigate the perils of the present, and reinvent the promise of the future. ASU is evolving into a New American University that achieves excellence, access, and impact. To that end, KE, the home base for research at ASU, is charged with managing and growing a research portfolio that exceeded $900M in FY23. This research encompasses fundamental and use-directed topics.
The RD Proposal Managers work closely and collaboratively with faculty, staff, and other stakeholders to plan, develop, and submit competitive research proposals that secure funding for innovative and impactful projects. This role requires a deep understanding of cutting-edge research concepts and technologies, as well as the ability to guide teams through the proposal development process. Proposal Managers play a pivotal role in strategizing and aligning proposals with the goals of funding agencies, ensuring that proposals are compelling and meet all submission requirements. This includes collaborating with research teams to craft strong narratives, outline clear project objectives, and ensure compliance with university and sponsor guidelines.
It is anticipated that the Proposal Manager will work exclusively with the Biodesign Center for Applied Structural Discovery (CASD). CASD brings together researchers from diverse disciplines to develop groundbreaking technologies and methods to accelerate discoveries involving the structure and functions of biomolecules. The Proposal Manager will support CASD faculty and staff in the identification of potential funding opportunities, preparation and submission of research proposals, and execution of sponsored research projects.
The RD Proposal Managers work closely and collaboratively with faculty, staff, and other stakeholders to plan, develop, and submit competitive research proposals that secure funding for innovative and impactful projects. This role requires a deep understanding of cutting-edge research concepts and technologies, as well as the ability to guide teams through the proposal development process. Proposal Managers play a pivotal role in strategizing and aligning proposals with the goals of funding agencies, ensuring that proposals are compelling and meet all submission requirements. This includes collaborating with research teams to craft strong narratives, outline clear project objectives, and ensure compliance with university and sponsor guidelines.
It is anticipated that the Proposal Manager will work exclusively with the Biodesign Center for Applied Structural Discovery (CASD). CASD brings together researchers from diverse disciplines to develop groundbreaking technologies and methods to accelerate discoveries involving the structure and functions of biomolecules. The Proposal Manager will support CASD faculty and staff in the identification of potential funding opportunities, preparation and submission of research proposals, and execution of sponsored research projects.
Job Family
Research Operations
Department Name
Research Development
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
VP Code
KNOWLEDGE ENTERPRISE DEV
Scope of Search
Open
Grant Funded Position
This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.
Salary Range
$55,250 - $80,000 per year; DOE
Close Date
02-December-2024
Category
03
Essential Duties
- Identify Funding Opportunities: Stay abreast of state, national, and international funding opportunities and priorities. Identify grants, fellowships, and collaborative opportunities that align with research priorities.
- Work closely with faculty and staff to understand sponsors’ funding priorities and ASU’s assets to develop strategic messaging and consistent technical documents that align with sponsor requirements for submissions.
- Proposal Development and Grant Writing Support: Provide guidance and work on writing and drafting proposals that align with funding agency priorities and showcase ASU’s strengths.
- Work closely with faculty and research teams to develop compelling and competitive research proposals.
- Works within a university-wide network of faculty, project managers, and research administrators to extract requirements for the submission into a checklist (e.g., compliance matrix) using sponsor guidelines (i.e., solicitation and/or proposal guides); assign roles and responsibilities to team members; coordinate due dates using a team calendar; and prioritize documents using knowledge of the sponsor agencies’ implicit and explicit requirements.
- Actively participates in proposal development meetings with internal and external stakeholders in order to create and adhere to a central proposal calendar with an associated proposal production process.
- Offer expertise and actively participate in grant strategy and writing while ensuring proposals meet the highest standards of quality and have a clear competitive advantage. Provide constructive feedback and assist in writing the proposals, including refining project timelines, responsiveness, writing narratives, embedding and refining graphics, budgets, and other proposal components.
- Takes responsibility for all team management within the proposal development period from initial kick-off to final submission, including determining the appropriate proposal milestones and associated due dates to achieve all internal and external requirements; attaching tasks to each milestone and assigning an owner; organizing external and internal reviews, and quality control; establishing production process and version controls; coordination and prioritization of inputs, reviewing comments, and working with the team on comprehensive text revisions including finalization of the references.
- Works with Research Development’s Art Director to create compelling graphics for inclusion in proposals.
- Works within Research Development to adhere to and promote best practices for proposal management, including presenting and facilitating workshops and developing templates, boilerplates, and libraries to support submissions and teams.
- Supports faculty and staff both pre-and post-award in the pursuit, proposal, and execution of research funding opportunities.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a science-related field, business or related field and 5 years experience in research, information analysis or program evaluation 2 of which is in proposal production; OR any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved.
Desired Qualifications
- Demonstrated knowledge of and experience using project management principles, practices, and techniques needed for managing projects throughout the project lifecycle.
- Project management experience with scientific research activities and/or product development.
- Evidence of Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
- Evidence of effective written communication skills and experience with updating websites and/or social media.
- Experience in writing and developing proposals for funding from federal and/or philanthropic sources.
- Experience in Microsoft Office suite including Word, Power Point, and Excel.
- Evidence of Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in science or engineering is highly desired.
Working Environment
- Activities are primarily performed in a regular, climate-controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, standing, and walking.
- Use office equipment including a desktop computer.
- Lift up to 20 pounds.
- Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential duties.
Department Statement
For the tenth year in a row, ASU has been named the most innovative school in the nation, recognizing the university's culture of groundbreaking research and partnerships, as well as its commitment to helping students thrive in college and beyond. U.S. News and World Report has named ASU as the most innovative university all nine years the category has existed.
ASU Knowledge Enterprise advances research, innovation, strategic partnerships, entrepreneurship, and international development. Our success arises from solutions-focused, interdisciplinary research; an entrepreneurial approach that is embedded in every school and department; and a commitment to transform society in a positive way. To learn more about how Knowledge Enterprise is a place for your career to grow, visit https://research.asu.edu/about-us/careers.
At Research Development, we are dedicated to building an inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. We value your unique background and perspective, and you may be just the right candidate for this position or other roles on our team.
Working at ASU has additional perks and OUTSTANDING benefits, which include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; ASU/UA/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to ASU recreation and cultural activities; and more. To estimate the value of your total compensation, please visit https://cfo.asu.edu/compensation-estimator.
ASU Knowledge Enterprise advances research, innovation, strategic partnerships, entrepreneurship, and international development. Our success arises from solutions-focused, interdisciplinary research; an entrepreneurial approach that is embedded in every school and department; and a commitment to transform society in a positive way. To learn more about how Knowledge Enterprise is a place for your career to grow, visit https://research.asu.edu/about-us/careers.
At Research Development, we are dedicated to building an inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. We value your unique background and perspective, and you may be just the right candidate for this position or other roles on our team.
Working at ASU has additional perks and OUTSTANDING benefits, which include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; ASU/UA/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to ASU recreation and cultural activities; and more. To estimate the value of your total compensation, please visit https://cfo.asu.edu/compensation-estimator.
ASU Statement
Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.
ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco
Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU PD at 480-965-3456.
Relocation Assistance – For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit https://cfo.asu.edu/az-resources.
ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco
Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU PD at 480-965-3456.
Relocation Assistance – For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit https://cfo.asu.edu/az-resources.
Employment Verification Statement
ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.
Background Check Statement
ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.
Instructions to Apply
Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.
Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.
Resume and Cover Letter should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.
ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.
Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.
IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.
Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.
Resume and Cover Letter should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.
ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.
Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.
IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.
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