EAST CENTRAL UNIVERSITY, ADA, OKLAHOMA

GRANTS RESEARCH SPECIALIST

Summary: 

The Grants Research Specialist reports to the Associate Vice President for Research and Advancement. The Grants Research Specialist identifies external funding available through targeted federal, state, and private sources; maintains relationships with those sources; and provides technical support to the campus community in the areas of proposal development, budget development, proposal submission and post-award administration.

Qualifications: 

·Master’s degree in related area or a bachelor’s degree in related area with two years of related experience

·Exceptional writing, editing, interpersonal, computer, verbal, customer service and organizational skills

·Demonstrated ability to handle multiple deadlines in a climate of frequent change

Preferred Qualifications: 

·Working knowledge of principles, practices and procedures related to sponsored research in an academic environment

·Proven ability to work in a team environment

Salary: Competitive salary based on experience, funding success, degree and credentials.

To Apply:  Send letter of application, writing sample, resume, name/addresses/phone numbers of three references, and copies of all graduate and undergraduate transcripts to Ms. Leslie Martin, Director of Human Resources, East Central University, Ada, OK 74820.  Application review will begin April 2, 2010 and will continue until position is filled.

AA/EOE

Patricia A. Gregory, HR Assistant 

Human Resources Office

Room 152 Administration

East Central University

Ada, OK 74820

580-559-5260

Fax: 580-559-5484