Scientific Grant Writer/Editor (Instructor To Senior Instructor)

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

University of Colorado Cancer Center and the Department of Surgery

Scientific Grant Writer/Editor (Instructor to Senior Instructor)

Position #00823064 - Requisition #33719

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado Cancer Center and the Department of Surgery are seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE ) Scientific Grant Writer/Editor at the rank of Instructor or Senior Instructor. The Scientific Grant Writer/Editor for the CU Cancer Center will play a crucial role in helping the Cancer Center achieve its strategic goal of expanding the portfolio of cancer-focused multi-component, multi-disciplinary grants held by Cancer Center members, as well as supporting early career investigators in their efforts to secure their first R01-equivalent grant. This position will bring knowledge gained through graduate education and training, and expertise honed through direct professional experience with NIH and other national sponsors' grant requirements and review processes to the development of complex multi-project grant proposals. Individuals in this role will provide leadership to teams of investigators to guide the writing, editing, and reviewing of team science grant proposals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Write, review, and edit biomedical research grants in collaboration with diverse investigator teams

• Support the Cancer Center Support Grant by serving as the primary editor and authoring administrative sections as needed

• Collaborate with Investigators to develop the narratives for technical and non-technical components of grants including specific aims, research strategies (significance, innovation, approach), diversity, equity and inclusion components, education and outreach plans, data management and sharing, administrative cores, components on the protection of human subjects, inclusion of women, minorities and across the lifespan, and protection of vertebrate animals, and other sections as required by the funding opportunity announcement

• Advise investigators on best strategies to convey significance, impact, and innovation of their research plan

• Provide constructive feedback to investigators to improve clarity, logic, and persuasiveness of grant proposals

• Consult with investigators in responding to critiques for grant proposal resubmissions

• Provide comprehensive review and editing of grant proposals written by early career investigators identified by Center leadership for focused mentoring and career development

• Maintain documents that describe the Center's research resources and capabilities to support grant applications and develop template language for common proposal elements

• Assist with the development of processes and procedures to support internal peer review and feedback on rough draft proposals

• Participate in internal and external advisory board processes

• Offer grant writing seminars to Center members

• Participate in Center initiatives designed to promote scientific collaboration that lead to growth in Center members' cancer-focused research portfolios

Work Location:

This role is eligible for a hybrid schedule. A remote work arrangement may be an option for this position.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Cancer Center is Colorado's only National Cancer Institute (NCI) designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, a distinction recognizing its outstanding contributions to research, clinical trials, prevention, and cancer control. The CU Cancer Center's vision is to "prevent and conquer cancer. Together." We do this through our mission statement of "uniting our community to overcome cancer through innovation, discovery, prevention, early detection, multidisciplinary care, and education." Our more than 300 renowned physicians and researchers conduct patient-centered research to develop innovative, state-of-the-art technologies, and treatments. Our expertise across cancer types helps us provide world-class treatment for common cancers, while offering hope for many patients with difficult or aggressive tumors who have struggled to find treatment options elsewhere.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access

At the CU Cancer Center we deem diversity in thought, perspective, lived experiences, and backgrounds to be essential for understanding and providing world-class health and cancer care to our diverse patient populations. We actively encourage individuals of all races, religions, national origins, genders, gender expressions, sexual orientations, ages, as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply for positions in our center.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Instructor or Senior Instructor, based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Instructor:

• Master's in a biomedical sciences field or related field
• 2 years of professional experience in scientific and medical writing or as a journal editor

Senior Instructor:

• Master's in a biomedical sciences field or related field
• 6 years of professional experience in scientific and medical writing or as a journal editor

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in a biomedical sciences field

• Experience in a biomedical research institution

• Experience working as an independent consultant or medical writer

• Experience as a professional editor at a scientific journal

• Advanced data visualization skills

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective collaborative relationships with faculty and staff at all levels throughout the Center and the institution

• Exemplary oral and written communication skills with the ability to articulate clear, persuasive and concise thoughts in a well-organized structure

• Extensive knowledge of scientific writing, editing, and grammar

• Ability to develop clear project descriptions and scientific rationales that are written to be responsive to sponsors' funding criteria

• Excellent critical analysis skills

• Flexible self-management skills enabling one to plan, develop and complete multiple projects and complex tasks within committed timelines and established deadlines

• Exceptionally detail-oriented and capable of noting and correcting discrepancies in statements and data across multiple components of a grant proposal

• High level proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), EndNote, and BioRender

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

• Curriculum vitae / Resume

• In one (1) page or less describe your philosophy and approach to grantsmanship with an emphasis on working with investigators from a wide range of scientific disciplines

• Three (3) writing samples, preferably from biomedical science grant proposals, publications, and/or abstracts

• Five (5) references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address, preferably from investigators with whom you have worked on grant proposals

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Jason Quinn, Assistant Director of Operations, Jason.Quinn@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins on July 10, 2024.

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by July 9, 2024. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

Instructor: $90,000 to $95,000

Senior Instructor: $115,000 to $120,000

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.