Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director, Research Development, the Manager, Grant Writing and Editing will serve as a shared resource for the School of Public Health Innovation Research Networks, working with faculty on grant applications, providing scientific editing to help faculty and their research groups pursue research grant funding, write grant reports, and publish manuscripts.

Job Description

• Supports Innovation Research Network (IRN) faculty to develop comprehensive and persuasive grant proposals. Ensures proposals align with funding agency/organization guidelines and demonstrate the significance and impact of the proposed research.
• Critically reviews and edits grant proposals to ensure clarity, coherence, and adherence to funding agency guidelines. Provides constructive feedback and support to faculty and researchers throughout the proposal development process.
• Contributes to the proposal submission process, including compiling required documents, adhering to deadlines, and ensuring compliance with funding agency/organization regulations and guidance. Liaises with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate submissions. Assists faculty members develop and write responses to grant proposal reviews.
• Maintains accurate, up-to-date records of all grant proposals, submissions, and funding outcomes. Tracks and reports on the status of ongoing and completed grant applications.
• Prepares and edits scientific content and analyzes and summarizes data and information essential to materials and reports needed by the Executive Director, Networks and Innovation and IRN co-directors.
• Keeps abreast of trends and best practices in grant writing and research funding. Attends workshops, conferences, and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment
• Work location: 4300 Duncan Avenue, St. Louis, MO (as of 7/1/25)
• Ability to move to on and off-campus locations

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at a desk or table
• Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement

Equipment

• Office equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Master's degree

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (3 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in social sciences or natural sciences or a Master’s degree in communications, journalism, English, or creative writing.
• Three years of post-graduate experience editing scientific proposals and scientific texts.

Preferred Qualification:

• Ph.D. with a minimum of five years of experience in grant writing, preferably within a scientific academic or research setting. Proven track record of securing funding from diverse sources. 

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Ph.D. - Doctor of Philosophy

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

Grants Administration (5 Years)

Skills:

Analytical Thinking, Collaboration, Grants Management, Microsoft Office, Organizing, Project Management, Proofreading, Researching, Writing

Grade

G13

Salary Range

$65,900.00 - $112,700.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

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Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.