Funding Opportunity Coordinator - Lincoln, United States - University of Nebraska

Description

Position Information

Position Information


Working Title
Funding Opportunity Coordinator


Department
Research


Requisition Number
S_240151


Posting Open Date
02/19/2024


Application Review Date:
(To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)
03/29/2024


Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes


Description of Work

One aim of the university's N|2025 Strategic Plan is to establish a culture at Nebraska committed to increasing the impact of research and creative activity.

Conducting novel and impactful research that generates new knowledge, solves real-world problems, and enhances lives is among the most fundamental purposes of the institution.

The funding opportunity coordinator will contribute to Nebraska's land-grant mission in significant and essential ways by: 1) curating and disseminating funding opportunities that align with institutional eligibility and expertise; 2) providing targeted funding opportunity searches for individual scholars and projects; 3) managing and innovating limited submission and internal funding competitions; and 4) conducting research and outreach around funding opportunities to enhance faculty competitiveness and advance institutional priorities.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees' differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve.

The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation.

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Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and three years of proposal and/or research development or project management experience working in higher education in a high-volume, high-production, and/or sponsored research-intensive environment.

Excellent communication and presentation skills. Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to quickly become familiar with complex subject matter in a wide variety of academic disciplines as well as the missions and priorities of a wide range of external funders.

Ability to interact with professionals from diverse backgrounds. A high level of flexibility in the workplace. Ability to solve complex problems and independently make and/or implement decisions. Ability to communicate effectively and work closely with faculty and staff from many UNL units and high-level university administrators


Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree and five years of proposal and/or research development or project management experience working in higher education in a high-volume, high-production, and/or sponsored research-intensive environment.

Experience preparing and delivering training programs and shared resources and tools helpful.


Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required
No


Physical Required
No


Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
No


Criminal History Background Check Required
Yes


Posted Salary
$60,000/yr minimum


How to Apply
Click on "Apply for this Job". You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file.

You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of professional references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Ember Welsch, HR Coordinator Lead
Office of Research & Economic Development


Job Category (old)
Managerial/Professional


Job Type
Full-Time


Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State)
Lincoln, NE


Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?
No


If Temporary, indicate end date

Planned Hire Date:

Appointment End Date