AES Research Grants and Contract Coordinator

3 weeks ago


Brookings, South Dakota, United States South Dakota State Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to lead our efforts in securing external funding to support our cutting-edge research, projects, and initiatives within the College of Agriculture, Food, and Environmental Sciences and the South Dakota Agricultural Experiment Station (AES).

Key Responsibilities
  • Facilitate the acquisition of external funding to support research, projects, and initiatives within the College and Experiment Station.
  • Identify competitive funding opportunities and assist faculty and staff in developing strong grant applications.
  • Manage the entire grant application process, ensuring compliance with all grant requirements.
  • Enhance the College and Experiment Station's capacity for impactful research and innovation through effective communication, collaboration, and strategic planning.
  • Advance the institution's education, outreach, and service missions in the agriculture sector.
  • Manage the RFP process for several commodity groups nationally and within South Dakota, including RFP development, proposal acceptance, and arrangement of the review and funding process.
  • Utilize network connections, experience, and expertise in grantsmanship to expand the research portfolio beyond the faculty's identified areas.
  • Provide specialized knowledge, resources, and support to complement faculty efforts, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the grant-seeking process.
  • Build and manage a high-performing grant writing team to support the College and Experiment Station's research objectives.
Requirements
  • Master's degree in a relevant field completed by the first day of employment.
  • Relevant work experience in university research administration.
  • Familiarity with federal and state regulations regarding research grants and contracts.
  • Experience in developing grant proposals and supporting documentation/forms.
  • Ability to create a tracking and monitoring system that expands RFP identification beyond what faculty currently submit.
  • Demonstrated ability to create databases or digital solutions associated with application processes.
About South Dakota State University

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.

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.

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 the university's human resources department.



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