Grants Specialist - Medical Education

National Jewish Health•Denver, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

National Jewish Health is seeking a Grants Specialist to join our dynamic, collaborative and award-winning Professional Education team. The candidate selected for this role will be a team player who is detail-oriented and motivated to learn. This position will impact the institution and patient health through grant development and submission, budget management, and evaluation of innovative continuing education programs for a variety of healthcare professional learners. The ideal candidate will display a high level of strategic thinking with excellent oral and written communication. Experience with grants, analyzing program outcomes/evaluation data, and budget development is preferred. Excellent organizational skills are mandatory, as is the ability to work under pressure with accuracy. Must be focused, efficient, analytical and make decisions independently. National Jewish Health is accredited to provide continuing education to physicians, pharmacists, and registered nurses. The award-winning Office of Professional Education develops high quality educational activities in a variety of formats to meet the needs of these healthcare provider groups both internally and across the United States. As the leading respiratory hospital in the nation, National Jewish Health places a priority on education, with a mission to heal, to discover and to educate as a preeminent healthcare institution. If you believe in Breathing Science is Life, we invite you to join our team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required
3 years of continuing medical education, pharmaceutical sales, business development, marketing or similar experience required.
Experience in writing grants or business development proposals required.
Excellent organizational skills are mandatory, as is the ability to work under pressure with accuracy.
Must be focused, efficient, analytical and make decisions independently.

Nice To Haves

Experience with grants, analyzing program outcomes/evaluation data, and budget development is preferred.
Experience in continuing medical education preferred.
Certified Healthcare CPD Professionals (CHCP) credential or the Healthcare CPD Associate Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

Researches and monitors availability of funding for CME/CE programs from pharmaceutical, medical device, biotech, medical education companies, and foundations, and shares this information in a timely manner with the Educational Strategy team.
Understands and employs adult learning theory, educational design principles, and appropriate assessment of learning outcomes as they relate to the planning and execution of educational programs and Joint Sponsorships.
Develops clear proposals, budgets, and supporting documentation for proposals.
Prepares grants for submission to potential funders.
Analyzes data to develop educational outcomes and program reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
Builds and maintains effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Evaluates and responds in a timely manner to supporter correspondence and joint sponsorship opportunities with a focus on proposed project timelines, budgets, contractual arrangements, and sources of educational funding.
Negotiates and reviews contracts related to Joint Sponsorships, partnerships and collaborations.
Assists in maintaining an up-to-date centralized system for tracking financial transactions and funder/partner communications.
Maintains excellent contract and financial management skills and the ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of personnel required for the planning and execution educational programs and Joint Sponsorships.
Develops information and materials for and participate in presentations of capabilities and outcomes reports to supporters and other stakeholders.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Multiple Cigna health plans for Colorado, regional office and remote employees.
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) available to pair with some plans.
Paid Time Off: Generous PTO accruals to use for vacation and sick days, and six paid holidays, all compliant with Colorado state sick leave regulations.
Dental & Vision Plans: Coverage effective the first of the month after hire.
Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with employer contributions after two years.
Wellness Incentives: Earn up to $200 annually for preventive health activities.
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually for full-time and part-time employees.
Child Care Assistance: Childcare Flex Spending Account (FSA) with annual employer contribution.
Loan Forgiveness: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
Disability & Life Insurance: Employer-paid plans and optional buy-up choices.
Voluntary Benefits: Full suite of coverage options such as Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Plan
Exclusive Discounts: Savings on local services, insurance, and RTD bus passes.