Research Grant Specialist

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System • Sarasota, FL

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About The Position

Responsible for writing and applying for research specific grants to support unfunded or under-funded initiatives of the Research Division of the Kolschowsky Research and Education Institute. Collaborates with clinicians, researchers, grant agencies, regulatory bodies, finance, business, legal and other services to ensure timely and accurate grant applications and tracking. Prepares comprehensive grant proposals and is responsible for the grant writing process. Maintains grant records and supports the administrative aspects of the pre- and post-award grant processing for research projects. Serves a crucial role in managing the grant lifecycle, from identifying external funding opportunities, writing proposals, to tracking and reporting. May also assists with independent research writing and development of protocols, consents, grant proposals and dissemination of new knowledge as directed by research division leadership.

Requirements

• Require a master's degree in relevant field of study.
• Require a minimum of three (3) years of research experience, as well as previous experience with grant writing, application, or reporting.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer certification in Research or related national certification or Human Subject Protection Training and Good Clinical Practice documentation.
• Prefer demonstrated attention to detail, self-motivation, and ability to work alone with a commitment to long-term objectives.
• Prefer demonstrated computer skills and knowledge of current systems and software programs used at SMHCS.
• Prefer demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills in interactions with patients, staff, and physicians.
• Prefer demonstrated effective grant writing skills with experience submitting grant applications.
• Prefer effective verbal and writing skills to assist with protocol development, publications, posters, presentations, and more.
• Prefer previous background in clinical research coordination.

Responsibilities

• Writing and applying for research specific grants
• Collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate grant applications and tracking
• Preparing comprehensive grant proposals
• Maintaining grant records and supporting administrative aspects of grant processing
• Managing the grant lifecycle
• Assisting with independent research writing and development of protocols, consents, grant proposals, and dissemination of new knowledge

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees