Posted on February 8, 2013

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Director of Grants and Sponsored Research

Responsible for preparing proposals for foundations, corporations, government agencies and other sources to secure funding for institutional programs and faculty research; works closely with faculty and staff to develop grant proposals and budgets; supervises the submission of grant applications; and oversees post-award grants management. Reports jointly to the Dean of the Faculty and the Vice President of Development and Alumni Relations.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Identify external funding sources for institutional initiatives and faculty research projects.
• Work with faculty, staff, and administration to develop proposals and solicit support for institutional projects.
• Provide guidance on policies and procedures that govern federally funded grants to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
• Track grant-reporting deadlines and work with faculty and staff to ensure timely submission of reports.
• In collaboration with the Business Office, provide oversight of grant budgets.
• Assist with stewardship of grant-awarding agencies.
• Work with the Office of Communications and Marketing to disseminate news about successful grant awards and other externally funded institutional initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s preferred.
• Five year’s experience in grant writing and grants administration, including federal grant applicationsand reporting.
• Demonstrated familiarity with federal guidelines.
• Exceptional writing and research skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty and staff to develop proposals and manage grants.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, portfolio of grants secured, and contact information for three references to grantsearch@mx.lakeforest.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and remain open until filled. Lake Forest College embraces diversity and encourages applications from women and other members of historically underrepresented groups.