The person in this position will report to the Director of Sponsored Programs (OSP). He/she will meet with faculty and staff individually or in groups to conceptualize, create, develop ideas for proposals; match funding opportunities to faculty interests and disciplines by searching databases; disseminate funding and collaboration opportunities to faculty and staff; assist them in preparing and writing proposals, editing, creating budgets and budget narratives; interact with granting agency program officers; serve as the primary writer of proposals that impact the university or address priority university goals; obtain letters of support from administrators, faculty/staff and government officials; assist the Director in developing in-service trainings for faculty/staff; provide backup for the Director of OSP; engage in other duties as assigned.

Bachelor of Science/Arts degree required, master's degree preferred; minimum of three years experience in grant development, including demonstrated ability to develop, review, write, edit, create budgets/budget narratives and submit proposals; excellent oral and written communication skills; a demonstrated commitment to or experience working with racially diverse populations including people of national and international backgrounds; ability to handle multiple tasks, deadlines and working styles; knowledge of computers including the use of email, email attachments, internet, electronic research administration; knowledge of federal, state, and university grant programs that support research, instruction and public service across a range of disciplines and their submission process.

Commensurate with experience; excellent benefits package

As soon as possible after January 1, 2010

Submit a letter of application addressing each of the qualifications for the position, a current resume, and a list of three references (name, address, and telephone number) by November 20, 2009. Employment will require a criminal background check. Send application to:

Kathryn Lomax, Chair Search and Screen

University of Wisconsin - Platteville

1 University Plaza,

2108 Ullsvik Hall,

Platteville, WI 53818

Email: lomax@uwplatt.edu

Sponsored Programs home page: http://www.uwplatt.edu/sponprog/

University Web Page: http://www.uwplatt.edu

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, seeks to build a diverse faculty and staff and encourages applications from women and persons of color. The candidate should have demonstrated commitment to or experience with diverse populations. The names of nominees and applicants who have not requested in writing that their identities be kept confidential, and of all finalists, will be released upon request.

Platteville is a friendly, progressive community of 10,000 set in the beautiful rolling landscape of Southwest Wisconsin. It offers an excellent school system, high quality municipal and medical facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and a vibrant business/industrial community. More information is available at: http://www.platteville.org/.