Research Development Specialist - University of Kansas

The Research Development Specialist is responsible for individual and interdisciplinary research team proposals in the School of Engineering (SoE).  They are the primary liaison between Pre-Award in the KU Office of Research (KUOR) and the principal investigator (PI)/team and provide direct support for proposal preparation to the PI/team.   The SoE has over 100 faculty who submit proposals to international, federal, state, and local agencies, industry, and foundations, in addition to internal research funding initiatives.  Annual research expenditures in the School of Engineering are over $24M. This position researches and communicates funding opportunities based on specific PI/team criteria.  It also advises PIs/teams on university/agency submission requirements including compliance issues.  In addition, it provides technical editing and reviews written materials prior to submission to ensure requirements are met.  The position develops proposal materials related to standard elements such as management plans, educational outreach, technology transfer, and data management to include editing for format, page length, and coherence.  It also works with PIs/teams to develop comprehensive budgets that support the research needs based on the research plans and sponsor guidelines.  The position also reviews agreements and subcontracts.  The Research Development Specialist must be able to work in a deadline-driven environment prioritize and balance competing demands.  This in-person position reports to the Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Programs.