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Research Development Administrator (part-time, 28 hours/week)

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Why Work at BYU

At Brigham Young University (BYU), your work is an opportunity to contribute to a distinctive educational mission rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students.

As the flagship university of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. We are devoted to our faith, our students, and the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life."

We seek staff members who enthusiastically embrace and advance this unique mission. Across the university, staff bring their expertise and talents to work that helps students learn, grow, and thrive. A culture of covenant belonging, weekly devotionals, meaningful opportunities for learning and growth, and a beautiful and historic campus make BYU a distinctive and inspiring place to build a career.

Belonging Statement

United by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values and embraces the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences and circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts across the BYU community. This richness strengthens our shared efforts to create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ.

Employment Requirements

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend to be hired and to remain in any position at BYU.

In hiring decisions, Brigham Young University lawfully gives strong preference to qualified, faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university, which are aligned with the principles and doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Equal Opportunity

Brigham Young University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.

Research Development Administrator (part-time, 28 hours/week)

Join BYU’s College of Computational, Mathematical, and Physical Sciences (CMS) and play an important role in supporting faculty research. In this position, you’ll work closely with faculty and the Research Development Office to develop strong, competitive grant proposals and pursue new funding opportunities. You’ll guide faculty through the proposal process, help them navigate requirements and deadlines, and provide the organization and support needed to turn research ideas into funded projects. This is a great opportunity to build meaningful relationships, support faculty success, and make a lasting impact on research across the college.

Note: This is a part-time position (28 hours) per week.

What you’ll do in this position:

  • Grant Proposal Support: Work directly with faculty to prepare, review, and submit grant proposals, including editing documents, gathering required materials, and completing submissions through Kuali.
  • Funding Opportunities: Help faculty identify external funding opportunities that align with their research interests and goals.
  • Proposal Coordination: Work with faculty and the Research Development Officer to manage proposal timelines, review funding requirements, organize meetings, and ensure proposals are complete and submitted on time.
  • Proposal Tracking and Reporting: Track submitted and awarded proposals, maintain accurate records, and prepare annual reports on grant activity and funding across CMS.
  • Research Resources and Process Improvement: Maintain proposal templates, examples of successful grants, and other helpful resources. Look for ways to simplify the proposal process and improve support for faculty.
  • Faculty Training: Organize workshops, seminars, and training sessions to help faculty and graduate students learn about funding opportunities and the grant proposal process.
  • Collaboration: Build relationships with faculty, departments, and campus offices to support research efforts and encourage collaboration across the college.
  • Administrative Oversight: Supervise and train student employees, maintain research development communications and website content, and assist with other college research activities.

What qualifies you for this role:

Required:

  • A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
  • Bachelor’s degree or 8-10 years of administrative support

Preferred:

  • Minimum 3 years of research administration and grant writing experience or equivalent institutional knowledge of research funding processes, proposal development, and compliance.
  • Grant Proposal Experience: Knowledge of BYU’s proposal submission processes and procedures, including proposal preparation, submission, and pre-award management.
  • Budgeting and Financial Skills: Experience with proposal budgets, budget justifications, and reconciliation.
  • Organization and Time Management: Strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines, and willingness to take initiative.
  • Communication and Collaboration: Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to work well with faculty and staff, and experience supervising and training student employees.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency with computer applications, remote meeting technology, and digital documentation tools.

What we offer in return:

This position comes with fantastic benefits, including:

  • 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
  • Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
  • May be eligible for tuition benefits after two years
  • Access to the library
  • Free on-campus parking
  • Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents
  • Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

Pay Grade: 51

Typical Starting Pay: $28.50 - $37.25 an hour

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