Job Details

STEM Research Grant Developer (Administrative Analyst/Specialist - Exempt II)

Classification: ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST/SPECIALIST-12 MONTH-Exempt II

AutoReqId: 9464BR

Department: Office of Research Development (ORD)

Sub-Division: Associate VP Research and Sponsored Projects

Salary Range: $4,693 - $7,617 per month

Appointment Type: Temporary

Time Base: Full-Time

Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; this is a temporary position to end on or before June 30, 2018 with a possibility of renewal on an annual basis if program needs exist.

Job Summary:
Are you in search of a highly rewarding career where you can utilize your skills and knowledge for organizational and personal growth? If so, California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) is searching for a STEM Research Grant Developer to promote and support research grant funding with a special focus in the Natural Sciences, Mathematics/Engineering & Computer Sciences research fields. Additionally, CSUF's Office of Research Development is seeking a qualified individual to assist with the development of competitive external grant proposals. The STEM Research Grant Developer should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Under general supervision, the STEM Research Grant Developer (STEM-RGD) works collaboratively and in close coordination with the Office of Research and Sponsored Projects (ORSP), deans, department chairs, campus administrators, staff, and faculty within their designated college to stimulate proposal-writing by facilitating the grantsmanship needs and skills of faculty. Assists with funding opportunity searches to identify appropriate funding resources. Identifies and matches opportunities to faculty interests, disseminates opportunities broadly to faculty, and assists faculty in the analysis of funding announcements to determine appropriateness of the opportunity. Provides expert knowledge with the proposal development process within the designated college. Provides budget development support. Reviews grant proposal narratives. Collects and prepares support documents such as letters of support, bio sketches, and other related materials required during the pre-award process. Participates in ORSP staff meetings. Works in a collegial and supportive manner with the Office of Grants and Contracts, the Office of Research Compliance, the Office of Sponsored Programs, the University Advancement Office, as well as with the Director of Development for their designated college(s). Coordinates all pre-proposal efforts through ORSP to ensure continuity. Other duties as assigned.


Essential Qualifications:
Bachelors degree from an accredited four-year college or university and/or the equivalent training and administrative work experience involving the study, analysis, evaluation, development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices or programs plus four years of related experience. Working knowledge of and the ability to apply standard theories, principles, practices, and techniques applicable to the program and/or administrative specialty to develop conclusions and make recommendations. Thorough knowledge of the policies, procedures, and outside regulations pertaining to the applicable program and/or administrative specialty. Working knowledge of operational and fiscal analysis and techniques. Ability to take initiative and plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved. Skilled in the research, development, and evaluation of policies and programs. Ability to collect, evaluate, and interpret data to develop sound conclusions and make appropriate recommendations. Expertise in investigating and analyzing problems with broad administrative impact and implications. Ability to anticipate problems and address them proactively. Demonstrated ability to effectively interpret, organize, and present information and ideas in written or presentation form. Ability to train others on new skills and procedures and provide lead work direction.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

Special Working Conditions:
California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the Universitys strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. This position will support faculty researchers in two colleges: Engineering and Computer Sciences (ECS) and Natural Sciences and Mathematics (NSM). If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant or a Student Assistant position. Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment. Employee/applicant who submits an application for a position may be required to successfully complete job related performance test(s) as part of the selection process. Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration. The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. California State University, Fullerton utilizes the E-Verify program and is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B Visas).

Hiring Preference: On-Campus CSUEU Employees

Application Deadline: 29-Jun-2017

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