Position Details Advertising/Posting Title Team Lead Unit-Level Research Development and RD Programs Diversity Statement The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal. Posting Summary Reporting to the Director of Research Development, the Team Lead for Unit-level Research Development and RD Programs will lead and facilitate the further development of the partnership program to provide consistent research development services across campus. The Team Lead will be responsible for operating a unit-level research development team that, in collaboration with the Associate Deans for Research, supports the research priorities and PI skill development needs of the partnered units. The Team Lead will independently provide administrative and functional supervision for unit-level Research Development professionals. They will lead RD unit-level research development professionals in all aspects of proposal grantsmanship review, development, writing and editing support. The Team Lead will implement continuous improvement activities, streamline processes, and oversee the development of workshops and programming related to grant writing best practices for delivery to faculty/staff/trainees within the UVM research community. The Team Lead will provide on-boarding and training for unit-level research development professionals. Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) · Bachelor’s degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required · Minimum of 5 years of related work experience or equivalent combination of education and work experience · Experience in research development, writing, and submission of grant proposals required · Experience developing content and delivering training in grant writing topics to faculty, staff, and/or students · Demonstrated customer service experience required · Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, required · Analytical skills and effective presentation skills required Desirable Qualifications · Advanced degree in a STEM or writing discipline · Experience reviewing and editing material in a wide range of disciplines desirable · Experience mentoring staff and/or faculty in grant writing best practices, and understanding federal agency priorities · Demonstrated success in developing training programs · Ability to develop/interpret budgets for sponsored projects desirable Anticipated Pay Range $82,000 - $85,000 Other Information Special Conditions Open to current UVM employees only , This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, This position is eligible for full-time telework in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position FLSA Exempt Union Position No Posting Details Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice. Job Open Date 02/07/2025 Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) Open Until Filled No Position Information Position Title Research Development MG2 X Posting Number S5520PO Department Research Development/30680 Position Number 00027482 Employee FTE 1.0 Employee Term 12 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents + Resume + Cover Letter/Letter of Application Optional Documents