Requisition 202500187S
Title Associate Director V - COM Grant Writer and Manager (Conroe, TX)
FLSA status Exempt
Hiring Salary
This position is a pay grade 21. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf.
Occupational Category Professional
Department COM Research
Division Division of Academic Affairs
Open Date 06/23/2025
Open Until Filled Yes
Educational and Experience Requirement
Bachelor’s degree in a related field; an advanced degree in a relevant field (such as public health, biomedical sciences, or communications) is preferred. A minimum of nine years of experience in grant or medical writing and management is required, ideally within a medical school, academic, or research setting or a related field. Must have a demonstrated track record of securing federal, state, or foundation grants, preferably in healthcare or education. A combination of education, experience, and training that demonstrates the required knowledge and abilities may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in grant writing specific to medical or osteopathic education. Knowledge of current research funding trends in healthcare and medical education. Proficiency with grant management software and databases.
Nature & Purpose of Position
Plans, organizes, and directs the day-to-day operations of the College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM) Research department with the oversight of the Director. Performs highly advanced and complex work in strategic operations and planning.
Primary Responsibilities
Plays a critical role in sustaining and expanding the College of Osteopathic Medicine’s (COM) funding portfolio, which has secured $23 million in federal grants and $2 million in state grants over the past two years, with additional proposals currently under review. Researches and identifies federal, state, and foundation grant opportunities aligned with COM’s priorities, with a primary focus on large training and graduate medical education grants and a secondary focus on clinical, public health, and biomedical research grants. Provides ongoing grant management, including tracking deliverables, ensuring compliance with funding requirements, and preparing progress reports. Collaborates with the Dean, Director of Research, and PIs to develop, write, and edit high-quality grant proposals, ensuring alignment with funding agency requirements and deadlines. Works with ORSP to manage the grant submission process, including preparing budgets, narratives, and supporting documents. Works with the PIs and the Office of Research Administration on managing budgets and expenditures for awarded grants. Maintains a database of grant opportunities, submissions, and outcomes to streamline future applications. Assists in building relationships with funding agencies and stakeholders to enhance COM’s grant prospects. Provides training and professional development workshops to faculty in grant writing and management.
Other Specifications
Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills are essential, with the ability to translate complex scientific information into clear and compelling proposals. Strong organizational and project management skills are also required, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Familiarity with federal grant processes (e.g., NIH, HRSA) and associated compliance requirements, and be able to work collaboratively with faculty, researchers, and administrative staff.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws. Ability to manage business functions.
Full Time Part Time Full Time
Position Number
Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/43903
EEO Statement
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