Research Development Specialist
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Job Location:
Little Rock, AR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Type of Position:
Management - Operations
Job Type:
Regular
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Sponsorship Available:
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education research and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
- Health: Medical Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
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Department:
RESH RSS Editing & Tech Writing
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Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree preferably in a science field with 2 years of experience in research development technical writing or proposal development and willingness to seek certification as an Editor in the Life Sciences by the Board of Editors in the Life Sciences. OR
- PhD in a science field in lieu of experience.
- Applicant should have willingness to obtain a UAMS Grants Management Certification.
- Must have the ability to work with personnel across multiple levels of the UAMS system including administrators financial personnel junior and senior faculty and deans or department or center directors.
Knowledge of:
English grammar syntax and usage
public speaking and presentation best-practices
medical biology and chemistry biostatistics experimental design clinical trial data analysis and research laboratory protocol requirements
style content format requirements and references used in grants and medical journals
journal publication process peer-review process sources of grant funding and guidelines for grant procurement
organizational visual and textual factors that promote readability as well as the ways in which numerical data are appropriately presented
grant writing for federal and foundation sources
Demonstrable skills in:
effective communication in written and spoken English
grammatical and rhetorical accuracy clarity and economy in editing and rewriting scientific texts and visuals
mastery of word processing and a working knowledge of desktop publishing
developing and delivering seminars/workshops
Ability to:
work closely with investigators in preparing grant applications to effectively communicate scientific research ideas and data
prepare and deliver clear written or spoken presentations and educational materials
work both independently and as part of a team
think critically
respond to changing priorities
Additional Information:
30% Proposal development and management:
- Coordinate and support investigators in preparing single-project as well as complex center-level grant proposals. Write high-quality drafts of non-technical proposal components. Review edit and format technical and non-technical proposal documents to ensure they meet high-quality standards and sponsor requirements; specifically work with investigators to critique revise copy-edit (e.g. correct errors in grammar syntax spelling) and format grant applications progress reports etc. Manage the lifecycle of proposal development; specifically participate in the intellectual development of research grant proposals by attending and/or facilitating and planning organizational meetings and providing feedback on the feasibility of a project. Develop and/or maintain professional knowledge and skills by participating in continuing education activities and professional organizations.
25% Strategic planning and funding outreach:
- Identify and distribute relevant funding opportunities through personalized searches and data mining. Analyze sponsor funding priorities and provide actionable recommendations to position investigators for future success. Manage limited submission funding opportunities and internal competitions as needed.
25% Capacity building and training:
- Train and support junior faculty preparing their first major research grant proposals. Develop and teach grant-writing workshops and seminars. Create proposal development resources such as guides checklists best practices and template text. Develop and/or maintain professional knowledge and skills by participating in continuing education activities and professional organizations.
10% Relationship management and collaboration:
- Foster interdisciplinary research and facilitate partnerships with internal and external stakeholders. Plan and execute networking events or sponsor information sessions. Collaborate with university central offices and administrative teams to ensure proposal accuracy and internal consistency.
10% Other duties as assigned
Salary Information:
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Recruitment Contact Information:
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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
No Background Check Required
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background drug testing and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Constant Physical Activity:
N/A
Frequent Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Sitting
Occasional Physical Activity:
Talking Walking
Benefits Eligible:
YesRequired Experience:
IC
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About Company
UACCB is a two-year, accredited Arkansas community college with on-campus and online classes offering a variety of degrees and technical certificates.
