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Proposal Support Specialist

University of North Texas Health Science Center
United States, Texas, Fort Worth
3500 Camp Bowie Boulevard (Show on map)
Jun 28, 2025
Title: Proposal Support Specialist Employee Classification: Proposal Support Specialist Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center Division: HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation SubDivision-Department: HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation Department: HSC-Office of Sponsored Programs-390030 Job Location: Fort Worth Salary: Commensurate with Experience FTE: 1.000000 Retirement Eligibility: The University of North Texas Health Science Center is seeking to hire a Proposal Support Specialist to join our team. At the direction of the Associate Director of PreAward, this position provides direct professional support and guidance in the administration of grants, contracts and related funds to faculty and staff in an assigned portfolio of departments. This position provides high levels of client satisfaction through strong relationship management efforts. About Us - Values Overview: Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu. Department Summary The Office of Sponsored Programs, a department under the Division of Research and Innovation at UNTHSC, provides pre-award, post-award, and contract services to support faculty and other investigators while promoting compliance with federal and state agencies, private sponsor agreements, and UNTHSC research policies. Position Overview The University of North Texas Health Science Center is seeking to hire a Proposal Support Specialist to join our team. At the direction of the Associate Director of PreAward, this position provides direct professional support and guidance in the administration of grants, contracts and related funds to faculty and staff in an assigned portfolio of departments. This position provides high levels of client satisfaction through strong relationship management efforts. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Up to date knowledge of applicable law, and federal and state grant guidelines, including but not limited to FARS, DFARS, 2 CFR 200, and Uniform Grant Management Standards. Understands and respects the need for structured guidelines and protocols but is willing to ask for clarification if something doesnt make sense and could cause unnecessary problems for a CoWorker, the organization or could result in less than an excellent level of service for a Customer. Attentive to details. Asks questions to accurately document information and update records. Excellent communication and followup. Copes with stress or pressure in a way that is transparent to others. Preferred Qualifications CRA Certification Job Duties: Provide direction, training, and assistance to Principal Investigators and department staff in the development of sponsored project proposals, including but not limited to budgeting, interpretation of sponsor terms and guidelines, and University policies and procedures. Ensure that proposals meet sponsor requirements, regulatory compliance requirements, and University, Federal and State policies and regulations governing sponsored research, and that proposals are submitted to the Office of Sponsored Programs correctly and according to appropriate deadlines. Cultivate and maintain strong working partnerships and effective communications with faculty, OSP, and other key partners. Guide faculty and staff through changes in sponsor requirements. Facilitate an effective transfer of grants and contracts for newly recruited Faculty. Ensure all required information is entered into the appropriate data systems. Partner with OSP to facilitate agreements, including subcontracts. Analyze and understand complex information from multiple sources including funding opportunity announcements and funding interest matches. Assist with policies and procedures and assist with audits. Develop and present workshops on various proposal development topics. Other Duties as assigned. Physical Requirements: Communicating with others to exchange information. Environmental Hazards: No adverse environmental conditions expected. Work Schedule: M-F, 8-5 Driving University Vehicle: No Security Sensitive: This is a Security Sensitive Position. Special Instructions: Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. Benefits: For information regarding our Benefits, click here. EEO Statement: The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.