Job Information
University of North Carolina at Charlotte Senior Proposal Development Officer in Charlotte, North Carolina
Position Number: 006757
Department: Div of Research (Adm)
Employment Type: Permanent - Full-time
Months Per Year: 12
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The position of Senior Proposal Development Officer holds major responsibilities in the areas of budget development, proposal development, and proposal submission. This position supports the overall advancement of the University’s research enterprise.
The Senior Proposal Development Officer has responsibility for preparing proposal submissions from faculty, staff, and students of the University, including determining if project proposals are consistent with the academic and research policies of the University.
Advises faculty, staff, and students on the development of project proposals, the interpretation and implementation of sponsor guidelines, and the proposal submission process.
Prepares proposal budget requests, assists faculty with the entry of relevant information into electronic research administration systems, reviews proposal components prior to submission, and prepares the proposals for final submission.
Assist with the updating and processing of proposal documents (revised budgets, JIT , etc.) as needed, prior to full execution of an award.
Interact and collaborate with the contracting and award management teams as well as with college and unit-based staff to support the successful life cycle of each funded project.
Other duties as assigned in support of the overall goals of the unit.
Minimum Experience / Education:
Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field.
Ability to prepare, analyze, and revise detailed proposal budgets.
Ability to interpret and apply agency guideline requirements.
Knowledge of federal funding regulations are required.
Three years of pre-award experience.
Preferred Education Skills and Experience:
Master’s degree.
Exceptional customer service, interpersonal, communication, and motivational skills.
Experience in the preparation, processing, and submission of grant and contract applications and proposals.
Experience in award negotiation and acceptance.
Familiar with regulations and requirements for a wide variety of extramural sponsors including federal, state and private agencies.
5+ years of pre-award experience.