Proposal and Contracting Specialist

About the role

Partner with faculty, researchers, and external stakeholders to identify and pursue sponsored research funding opportunities that advance RIT's research mission.

Responsibilities

• Creates a broad range of materials for research grant proposals including budgets, budget justifications, and letters of support
• Assists in creating and growing partnerships with other organizations and universities to display RIT research capabilities
• Serves as liaison between in-country partner institutions, program administrator, and other internal stakeholders
• Establishes connections with in-country partner institutions such as universities and incubators
• Maintains detailed records of all correspondence with in-country partner institutions
• Makes recommendations to program administrator and other internal stakeholders regarding the most efficient and effective ways to promote successful creation of circular entrepreneurs
• Assists in planning and managing events in support of grant-funded objectives
• Creates and submits proposals and develops requirements document and timeline for preparation of materials
• Audits materials to ensure compliance with sponsor requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• 5 years of relevant experience
• Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered

Skills

• Knowledge of state and federal grant/sponsorship laws and regulations and RIT policies and procedures
• Knowledge of RIT research opportunities and programs to effectively navigate and identify opportunities
• Knowledge of financial, procurement, HR, and compliance policies and procedures related to sponsored projects
• Skill in contract management and negotiation
• Skill in effective communication and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders regarding complex or technical topics
• Ability to establish and maintain strong, productive relationships with stakeholders, fostering connections that drive business development

Pay

$59,900.00 - $95,800.00 Annual