Job description
Job Title
Research Development Officer
Agency
Texas A&M University
Department
Texas A&M Institute of Data Science
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & identities. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our
core values
which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who We Are
The Texas A&M Institute of Data Science (TAMIDS) pursues new approaches to data science research, education, operations, and partnerships. These approaches cross college boundaries to connect elements of Data Science from engineering, technology, science and the humanities, and inform wider social challenges. In partnership with over 200 research affiliates from across The Texas A&M University System, work being done by TAMIDS is shaping the future of Data Science research. To learn more, visit https://tamids.tamu.edu/.
What We Want
TAMIDS is seeking a Research Development Officer who will under direction, facilitates research team interactions and progress for large, center-level proposal efforts. Identifies funding sources and solicitations, builds, and organizes research teams to target such funding, and synthesizes research concepts to develop competitive proposals. The preferred candidate will have more than three years of related experience in securing federal funding through proposal development. We are looking to hire a candidate who is a team player and who will promote collaboration and cooperation while working with a team. If the description sounds interesting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity to join our team.
What You Need To Know
Special Note: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended, and contact information for three professional references. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.
Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.
Required Education and Experience:
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Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. Three years of related experience in securing federal funding through proposal development.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
Preferred Qualifications:
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More than three years of related experience in securing federal funding through proposal development.
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Experience in developing and coordinating large proposals. Experience writing on topics related to Data Science.
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Experience in or working with Sponsored Research Services for proposal development and submission.
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Experience in working in post-award management including business and account management.
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Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Excel FAMIS/Canopy, MAESTRO.
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Ability to cultivate and maintain professional working relationships with people of diverse backgrounds.
Responsibilities:
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Research Opportunity Development -Develops a comprehensive understanding of the TAMU research capabilities in Data Science and related disciplines. Facilitates research team interactions and progress for large, center-level proposal efforts. Obtains announcements from government and private agencies regarding Data Science research and funding opportunities. Analyses announcements to determine relevance for TAM IDS and Texas A&M, including type of research, required expertise, and potential participants and partners. Compiles reports on opportunities and next steps for TAM IDS leadership and for distribution to appropriate faculty and administrators. Researches, locates, and reports on Data Science initiatives. Liaises with peers in Texas A&M University, System, and Agencies to identify funding opportunities, collaborative approaches, and to represent TAM IDS capabilities.
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Research Proposal Development -Coordinates development of research proposals for TAMIDS, its collaborators, and supported faculty. Supports strategic planning efforts of proposal teams, including logistics, alignment to solicitation and agency guidelines, and coordination of internal and external review teams that may include contracted specialists and experts. Coordinates participation of Texas A&M outreach, training, professional, and support programs in research proposals. Develops guidance documents related to proposal development and checklists for solicitation components. Provides support in proposal narrative development, review, consolidation, and editing. Assists with budgeting questions, expenditure projections and other budgetary needs and concerns. Coordinates proposal assembly and submission with Sponsored Research Services. Supports planning and coordination of agency on-site and reverse-site visits.
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Post-Award Management -Assist with award setup and review process. Monitors project status including deliverables and expenditures, Coordinates with Business Offices and Sponsored Research Services concerning account management and costing allocations. Maintains contact with sponsor project manager. Oversees organization of project review meetings with external partners and project sponsors. Communicate with project team to ensure deliverables are on schedule and being met. Performs other duties as assigned.
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.
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