Pre‐Award Grant Dev. Spec.
South Carolina, USA
$89K/yr – $90K/yrFull time
Posted 2 weeks ago
Job Description
Posting Number
STA00699PO26
Job Family
Operational Analysis
Job Function
Project Management
USC Market Title
Project Manager
Link to USC Market Title
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133564
Job Level
P2 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title)
Pre‐Award Grant Dev. Spec.
Campus
Columbia
Work County
Richland
College/Division
College of Engineering and Computing
Department
CEC College of Engineering and Computing
State Pay Range
G11
USC Market Range
MRI - $71,310 $89,137 $106,965
Anticipated Hiring Range
$71,310 - $90,000
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37.5
Work Schedule
- Generally Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 5: 00 pm.
- Schedule may vary to meet the needs of college
Basis
12 months
Job Search Category
Other Professional
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Veterans' Preference Statement
The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
Under limited supervision, the Pre‐Award Grant Development Specialist will support the Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing (MCEC) by delivering research administration services to the MCEC Office of Research. This role is responsible for assisting faculty with building grant proposals, developing grant proposal budgets, editing grant proposals and reports, and developing tools to streamline processes in the MCEC Research Office.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
- Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Preferred Qualifications
- Actively involved in professional development organization related to the research administration field.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Experience with research grant proposal development to external federal and state agencies, such as FASTLANE, NIH, grants.gov and other federal proposal processing systems.
- Current knowledge of regulations within the field of university research administration.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.
- Excellent ability to read, write and speak English, and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, students, and staff.
- Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Reviews and recommends adjustments to research grant proposals in the MCEC to ensure GRANT proposals and awards meet budgetary and regulatory requirements of USC, state, and federal policies, as well as sponsor requirements.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
30
Job Duty
Assists with design, maintenance, enhancement, and distribution of communication from the MCEC Office of Research Enhancement and Operations including Weekly Funding Newsletter (email), MCEC Faculty Lookbook, Monthly Research Update (email) and Research section of the My MCEC website.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
30
Job Duty
Coordinates development of application checklists and boilerplate documents such as biosketches, current and pending, and budget forms. Reviews and edits science components with faculty as requested.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
15
Job Duty
Prepares and edits required reporting documents and provides updates to project stakeholders, sponsors, faculty, staff, students, etc. Develops and maintains project documentation.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
15
Job Duty
Contributes to the overall success of the Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing by performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
5
Job Duty
Oversees coordinated recruitment efforts and tracking of Graduate and Ph.D. students for work on select MCEC sponsored research projects and grants. Including, but not limited to recruitment communications, project matching, monitored hiring, and maintaining up-to-date reporting information.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
5
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
No
Hazardous weather category
Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
11/01/2026
Job Open Date
09/18/2026
Job Close Date
10/15/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Applicants must upload a cover letter, resume’ and provide 3 references for contact.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by October 15, 2026.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
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Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/213392
EEO Statement
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University of South Carolina
With thriving academic and research excellence and a lively, welcoming student experience, the University of South Carolina brings the opportunities of higher education to new generations.South Carolina's unrivaled college experience has been sought by students, faculty and academic researchers for more than 200 years. Founded in 1801, the university is located in Columbia, the capital of South Carolina. The University of South Carolina System, led by President Michael Amiridis who is serving as the university's 30th president, and has eight campuses in 20 locations that together serve more than 54,000 students.
Salaries
Posted range
$89K/yr – $90K/yr
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