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Grant Development Specialist

Employer
South Dakota State University
Location
Brookings, South Dakota, United States
Salary
Competitive Salary
Date posted
Sep 18, 2024

Job Details

Posting Details

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Institution
South Dakota State University

Working Title
Grant Development Specialist

Posting Number
NFE02451P

Department
SDSU-Division of Research & Econ Dvlp

Physical Location of Position (City)
Brookings

Posting Text

Are you passionate about advancing research and supporting innovative projects? Join our team at South Dakota State University ( SDSU ) as a Grant Development Specialist! In this pivotal role, you will help researchers obtain external funding for their projects and contribute to the growth of our research, scholarship, and creative activities. If you’re ready to make a significant impact on SDSU’s research endeavors, we want to hear from you! This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota and is a 12 month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.

SDSU supports competitive and strategic research, scholarship and creative activity in our mission as a land-grant university. The university’s distinct research covers a range of disciplines, including agriculture, engineering, remote sensing, life sciences, nursing, pharmacy and the arts and humanities. Researchers collaborate with partners in academia, industry and the community to find solutions to pressing challenges and support South Dakota’s economic development.

SDSU promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant mission of access.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :
The Grant Development Specialist creates and implements resources and programs to enhance researchers’ competitiveness for external funding and effectiveness as advocates for their research programs. Working at the institutional level, this position helps coordinate, train, and support a dynamic team of college grant specialists and student assistants. The position also manages internal/limited funding opportunities and serves as the primary Authorized Organizational Representative with the authority to submit grant applications to select federal agencies ( USDA, NSF, and NIH ) on behalf of SDSU .

BENEFITS :
South Dakota State University offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant field ( STEM, Communication, English, or related) completed by start date;
  • At least one year of experience in research development or research administration;
  • Experience developing competitive grant application packets for major federal funders ( NSF, NIH, or USDA );
  • The ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, and external stakeholders both verbally and in writing;
  • Demonstrated capacity to create and implement effective training and development programs and resources;
  • The ability to work productively in a team, take initiative, and adapt readily to ambiguity and changing conditions;
  • Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :
  • Master’s degree in relevant field ( STEM, Communication, English, or related);
  • Three or more years of experience in research development;
  • Experience in higher education research funding;
  • Experience supporting large interdisciplinary research teams with complex proposals; and
  • Grant proposal writing experience.
APPLICATION PROCESS :
This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDSU Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.

South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

Posting Date
08/02/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

First Consideration Date
08/23/2024

Advertised Salary
The minimum starting salary for this position is $54,285.

Duration of the Term
12 months

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Appointment Percent
100

Work Hours

8am-5pm

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type
Regular

Faculty Status
No

Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)

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This position requires
Travel, Valid Drivers License

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Department Description and Cultural Expectations

South Dakota State University is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $60 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. We offer a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusion and access. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of, sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, or any other status that may become protected in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128 .

Contact Information

For questions on the position, contact search committee chair, John Blanton, at John.Blanton@sdstate.edu or 605-688-4792.

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

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Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-fast, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Reference List
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Company

South Dakota State University

South Dakota State University is the state’s largest, most comprehensive higher- education institution. As South Dakota’s Morrill Act land-grant university, SDSU had a fall 2023 enrollment of 11,505, with students coming from 48 states and 74 countries. Students can choose from 88 majors, 38 specializations, 104 minors, 39 master’s degree programs, 16 Ph.D. programs and two professional doctorates. The university also offers courses at various off-campus sites as well as undergraduate and graduate programs online through the Office of Continuing and Distance Education.

Named the 33rd safest college town by SafeWise (2022), Brookings (pop. 23,993) is just 55 miles north of Sioux Falls on Interstate 29, 200 miles from Minneapolis and 400 miles east of Rapid City and the Black Hills. Students from communities in Nebraska, North Dakota and Iowa also find SDSU within an easy day’s drive.

The Division of Research and Economic Development works closely with university researchers, business leaders and other sponsors to promote faculty expertise aimed at solving real-world problems in society and industry. The university is a leader in bioprocessing, agriculture and precision agriculture, remote sensing and life sciences.

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