Grant Writer, Palo Alto, CA

Requirements

• Experience with identification and evaluation of local and family foundation funding opportunities
• Develop compelling proposals that advance community-focused research
• Coordinate proposal timelines and ensure high-quality submissions
• Support faculty and research teams with grant strategy and preparation
• Participate with principal investigator in the preparation of the administrative components of proposals within parameters of sponsored and non-sponsored research guidelines.
• Experience with IRB processes and grant writing at higher education
• Master’s degree required
• 3+ years of experience in higher education or research environments
• Experience writing and preparing grant proposals for federal, state, or foundation funding
• Familiarity with Stanford research administration systems and offices, including RMG, OSR, SeRA, Cayuse Proposals, FFIT/My Projects, eCertification, OPACS, and Authority Manager
• Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to translate research concepts clearly
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with faculty and research teams
• Ability to report progress and priorities to executive leadership