Assistant Director, Proposal Development

Key Responsibilities

• The Assistant Director 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.
• The position advises faculty, staff, and students on the development of project proposals, the interpretation and implementation of sponsor guidelines, and the proposal submission process.
• The position prepares proposal budget requests, assists faculty with the entry of relevant information into electronic research administration systems, reviews proposal components before submission, and prepares the proposals for final submission.
• They assist with the updating and processing of proposal documents (revised budgets, JIT, etc.) as needed, prior to full execution of an award
• They 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.
• Serves as an Authorized Organizational Representative (AOR) for the university and facilities proposal review and submission.
• This position involves overseeing and directing the work of others and serves as a mentor for the ORS proposal development team, providing guidance and training on pre-award support.
• Serves as back-up to the Director of Proposal Development.
• The responsibilities include other duties as assigned in support of the overall goals of the unit.

Qualification & Requirements

Minimum Education/Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field;
• Three years of pre-award experience.
• The ability to prepare, analyze, and revise detailed proposal budgets,
• The ability to interpret and apply agency guideline requirements and knowledge of federal funding regulations are required.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Master’s degree.
• 5+ years of pre-award experience.
• The ideal candidate will have exceptional customer service, interpersonal, communication, and motivational skills, and will have experience in the preparation, processing, and submission of grant and contract applications and proposals.
• The applicant should also have experience in award negotiation and acceptance, and be familiar with regulations and requirements for a wide variety of extramural sponsors, including federal, state, and private agencies.

Preferred Certifications/Licenses

• Certified Research Administrator designation

Special Notes to Applicants

• Position is eligible to telework up to 4 days per week as approved by supervisor in compliance with University policy after the initial onboarding period. Employees are expected to work on campus in Charlotte, NC, at least 1 day per week.
• The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
• The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
• Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.

Benefits

Benefit Plans

• Accident
• Career and Specified Disease
• Critical Illness
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement
• Vision Insurance

Holidays and Leaves

• Vacation Leave
• Sick leave
• Community service leave
• Family and Medical leave act
• Parental Leave
• Personal observance leave
• Bonus leave
• Holiday schedule
• Bereavement leave
• Other leaves:
  • Faculty leave programs
  • Civil leave
  • Military leave
  • Leave without pay
  • Voluntary shared leave
  • Advance leave
  • COVID-19-related leave

Retirement and Financial Planning

• Teachers’ and State Employees’ Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Retirement Program (ORP)
• 401(k)

Discount and Perks

• Higher Education Benefits
• College Savings
• Fitness
• Charlotte Athletics
• State Employee Credit Union
• State Employees Association of North Carolina
• Employee Discount Program
• 49er ACE Network

Work/Life Wellness

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Headspace Care
• Flexible work options
• Employee Wellness Team
• Fitness
• Lunch and Learn
• Lactation Room
• State HR Wellness Webinars
• Miles for Wellness
• Employee Emergency Loan Fund