Grant Writer

Title: Grant Writer

Location: Aiken United States

Job Description:

Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number TMP00488PO25 Job Code Title Grants Administrator I Advertised Title Grant Writer Campus Aiken College/Division USC Aiken College/Division Level Department AIK College of Sciences and Engineering Salary Salary commensurate with education and experience Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule 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.

Benefits for Temporary Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

Full-time Grant Writer, (Grants Admin I), Salary commensurate with education and experience, 37.5 hours/week, USCA Office of Research and Strategic Initiatives

Reporting to the Associate Vice Chancellor of Research and Strategic Initiatives, this temporary position is responsible for providing institutional-level support to academic and non-academic units by identifying and securing grant funding opportunities. This position will be expected to function at high levels of productivity with limited supervision. Guidance and support will be provided as necessary. Options for remote work are available. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and 4 years experience in contracts and grant administration activities, or equivalency. Experience in grant writing in an institution of Higher Education and knowledge of federal grant/contract regulations and procedures preferred.

Initial screening of applicants will begin on April 20, 2025, and continue until filled. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. USC Aiken is an AA/EOE.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and 4 years experience in contracts and grant administration activities, or equivalency.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in grant writing in an institution of Higher Education, knowledge of federal grant/contract regulations and procedures.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Collaborates with the director of sponsored research, faculty, staff of non-academic units, and the grant accountant to identify funding opportunities and develop competitive proposals that align with the institution's strategic goals and comply with funding agency guidelines.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty

Drafts, reviews, and edits proposal narratives and supporting documents, ensuring clarity, coherence, and persuasiveness of proposal content.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty

Coordinates the proposal development process, including timelines, responsibilities, and deliverables.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty

Conducts research on funding opportunities and trends in higher education.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty

Other duties as assigned

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 07/01/2025 Proposed End Date Job Open Date 03/20/2025 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant

In addition to completing the online application, please also upload your resume and a separate cover letter.

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.

Initial screening of applicants will begin on April 20, 2025, and continue until filled.

Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/184809 EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Position Attributes

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/Security Sensitive or Requires a CDL No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have at least a Bachelor's degree and 4 years experience in contracts and grant administration activities, or equivalency?
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Optional Documents