University of Missouri-Kansas City is hiring : Senior Grant Writer, Data Science

Senior Grant Writer, Data Science and Analytics Innovation Center, 86908

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Job Description

The Data Science and Analytics Innovation Center at UMKC is seeking a Senior Grant Writer to oversee the development and preparation of multi-investigator and large-scale faculty proposal projects arising from interdisciplinary research initiatives. The primary focus is on expanding a portfolio of federally funded grants, supporting proposals over $1M, and providing proposal development support to faculty teams.

Responsibilities include :

• Consulting on proposal strategy and project goals
• Facilitating project team meetings for planning and budgeting
• Managing proposal schedules and communications
• Identifying faculty expertise and resources
• Writing non-technical proposal sections (diversity, outreach, management, broader impacts, etc.)
• Gathering institutional data and formatting proposals
• Preparing budgets and justifications, coordinating with research offices
• Assisting faculty with F&A calculations and supporting documents
• Drafting letters of support and coordinating site visits

Essential Duties :

The Senior Grant Writer will work closely with faculty, graduate students, and staff to coordinate large-scale research proposals, ensuring content quality, compliance, and style consistency. Final review and editing of proposal components are key parts of the role.

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with at least 3 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications :

Additional Skills :

Compensation and Application :

Up to $57,200 annually, open until filled. Full-time with benefits, including health insurance, retirement, and paid leave. Apply early as review begins immediately.

Equal Opportunity :

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA accommodations available upon request.

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