Research & Development Grant Coordinator

UMA is a nonprofit healthcare educational institution with a national presence. Headquartered in Tampa, Florida and founded in 1994, UMA offers content-rich, interactive online programs as well as hands-on training at our Clearwater, Florida campus. 

• Medical (including prescription), Dental, Vision (UMA subsidized)
• FSA/HSA (Depending on Medical Plan chosen)
• $50,000 Life Insurance (UMA paid)
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance (Team Member paid)
• Employee Assistance Program – EAP (UMA paid)
• Long Term Disability (UMA paid)
• Short Term Disability (Team Member paid)
• Supplemental Insurance such as Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital (Team Member Paid)
• Paid Time Off – 15 days accrued in year 1, 9 holidays, and 1 day of Volunteering Time Off
• 401k (eligible upon completion of 90 days of employment and must be at least 21 years of age)
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection

Purpose of the Position:
The Research & Development Grant Coordinator plays a crucial role in identifying and securing grant opportunities that align with the institution's mission. This position involves conducting funding research, identifying and advocating for potential grant funding opportunities, preparing proposals, and supporting the development of applications, thereby enhancing the institution's ability to obtain funding for various initiatives. Additionally, the role coordinates grant development tasks and manages information databases to support organizational and partner projects.

What You’ll Do:

1. Identify and Evaluate Grant Opportunities: Seeks out relevant grant opportunities, including staying informed about funding sources, trends, and requirements. Strategically vet opportunities that align with the organization’s goals, mission, objectives, and vision.
2. Present and Advocate for Appropriate Grant Opportunities: Identify and select the most suitable grant opportunities to recommend and advocate for with key internal decision-makers. This includes gathering, preparing, and presenting information that demonstrates the merits of these opportunities, as well as addressing any questions that arise during the decision-making process.
3. Grant Proposal Development: Manage the planning and preparation of grant proposals for one or more departments, including administrative and general financial support. This involves utilizing independent judgement to ensure grant application development is efficient and allows for high-quality application preparation.
4. Grant Documentation Support: Leverage past experience and acquired skills to oversee and support the creation, design, formatting, and preparation of supplemental grant documentation, including statistical summaries and graphics.
5. Database and System Management: Develop and maintain databases and systems for tracking grant proposals, awards, and related information. Generate and distribute reports, studies, and analyses. Both functions require the Grant Coordinator to act autonomously to develop discretionary systems of tracking and distribution to ensure effective application and grant strategy development.
6. Reference Material Library Maintenance: Independently create and manage a comprehensive library of reference materials, including funding agency requirements, forms, resumes, job descriptions, curriculum vitae, organizational narratives, and abstracts.
7. Grant Research Library Management: Oversee the Research & Development Team’s grant research libraries, goal tracking spreadsheets, calendar, and submission timelines.  
8. Perform other duties as assigned. 

Career Level Expectations: 

• Senior role that applies advanced knowledge of job area (typically obtained through post-secondary education and work experience).
• Manages projects/processes, works independently with limited supervision.
• Coaches and reviews the work of proficient and entry-level professionals. 
• Handles difficult and complex problems.
• Desire for growth and professional development.

Required Skills/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience researching grant funding from federal, state, foundation, and corporate sources.
• Proficiency in developing statistical materials, including graphs, charts, and reports.
• Experience coordinating a team in a professional environment.
• Superior organizational skills and the ability to efficiently track and manage data.
• Ability to self-motivate and work independently with general supervision.
• Ability to professionally communicate fluently in verbal and written English.
• Ability to contribute to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Computer literacy/basic computer skills to effectively navigate and utilize the technology required for the role.

Preferred Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and/or strong or advanced proficiency in any of the above required skills/experience.
• 3+ years’ experience in research and development or related role, such as grant manager, grant researcher, or grant coordinator.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other business tools such as Microsoft Teams.
• Familiarity with various federal sponsoring agencies and funding sources and compliance; exposure to data management systems and practices.

Compliance: 

• Demonstrate knowledge of and carefully follow all applicable federal and state compliance requirements and regulations including those prescribed by the U.S. Department of Education, accrediting agencies, state regulations, and internal policies and procedures.   
• Effectively communicate compliance requirements to other staff as appropriate and quickly escalate any compliance concerns to the Compliance department. 

Work Environment/Physical Demands: 

• This is a full-time remote position.
• Home office set up, quiet place to work, and ability to hard wire into high-speed internet connection.
• May require setup of computer equipment; accommodation consideration available upon request.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, as needed. 

Anticipated starting salary is based on experience and qualifications.

OUR VALUES

Our institutional values are shaped and validated by our team members. They describe how we strive to operate and are the standards of behavior we look to embody. 

ACT WITH INTEGRITY

We operate honestly and ethically in an industry-compliant fashion. We are fair and trustworthy in our interactions with all we serve. Our team members, at all levels, lead by example and strive to do the right thing for our students and for each other. We are disciplined professionals who strive to be straightforward and dependable.

CHAMPION STUDENT OUTCOMES

We live by a strong commitment to our students and are passionate about preparing them for meaningful careers. We are deeply dedicated to ensuring students’ educational and career success. We excel at building our students’ confidence and empowering them to reach their full potential.

COMMIT TO TEAM MEMBER SUCCESS

We are committed to our team members’ success and to each other’s success. We strive to create an environment that attracts and retains the best talent while offering continuous learning, professional development and career growth opportunities. We recognize and reward our team members for their contributions to the organization and to our students.

PURSUE RESULTS WITH PURPOSE

We pursue results with a sense of urgency and purpose. We take responsibility for achieving ambitious, measurable results and hold each other accountable. We think strategically and critically, greet new ideas and challenges openly, and look for innovative solutions to challenges.

HAVE FUN. BUILD ENERGY

Enjoying what we do is central to achieving our goals. Building energy, having fun, being optimistic and creating a positive working environment are all critical to our success and that of our students. We strive to be inspired and to inspire others. We consistently show appreciation and celebrate our successes, both large and small.

WORK AS ONE

We believe that diverse, inclusive teams produce breakthrough results. We strive to build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues from all types of backgrounds by showing respect and humility when interacting with each other and resolving conflicts in a constructive manner. By working together, we win together - as one - ensuring that the goals of the company are the focal point of our efforts.

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