Research Development Strategist

Classification Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree and two years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Research Development Strategist I

The UF Health Cancer Institute is the 72nd NCI designated cancer center and the onlyone at a public university in the State of Florida. As a matrix cancer center, we span all of the University of Florida's 16 colleges, pulling together a world-class, multi-disciplinary membership of over 350 faculty and 150 staff to address the challenges of the cancer burden faced by the population we serve as we work together to find a cure.

As a Research Development Strategist at the UF Health Cancer Institute (UFHCI), you will be responsible for providing high-quality and timely scientific writing support to UFHCI members, faculty, staff, trainees, and other relevant groups.

• Collaborate with investigators and research administration staff to develop, edit, proofread, and prepare complex grant proposals, progress reports, and other research documents, ensuring compliance with sponsor guidelines and submission requirements.
• Provide scientific writing and editorial support for manuscripts, publications, standard operating procedures, and research‑related communications while maintaining consistency, accuracy, and adherence to journal and sponsor formatting standards.
• Maintain scientific productivity data by tracking publications, updating faculty biosketches, supporting research metrics reporting, and assisting with documentation required for institutional and national reporting.
• Partner with faculty and leadership to develop scientific presentations, posters, and other materials that effectively communicate research accomplishments and support Cancer Institute initiatives.

This is a professional‑level scientific writing and research administration position, ideal for candidates with experience in scientific or medical writing, grant proposal development, research administration, or biomedical research support. A complete job description will be provided to candidates selected for interview.

$60,000 - $70,000

This is a TEAMS position, and is eligible for a suite of excellent benefits, retirement options, and paid leave.

• Experience supporting research, scientific, academic, or healthcare‑related projects through writing, editing, data analysis, or project coordination.
• Experience preparing, reviewing, or managing complex documents while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Appropriate professional certification in professional writing, pre‑award administration, or similar areas of practice (e.g., through AMWA, RACC, etc.) is required at the earliest of 12 months from hire or eligibility.

• Experience with grant proposal development, scientific manuscript preparation, publication submission, and research reporting.
• Direct research experience or training, including familiarity with academic research methods, sponsor requirements, and the biomedical research environment.
• Experience analyzing scientific data, managing document versions, and supporting multidisciplinary research initiatives.

• Highly organized and detail‑oriented with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet demanding deadlines.
• Collaborative and resourceful, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with investigators, leadership, and cross‑functional teams.
• Forward‑thinking, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement, sound judgment, and exceptional customer service.
• Professional and discreet when handling confidential information and sensitive research materials.

• Excellent scientific, technical, and professional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and the ability to work with data and document management systems.
• Demonstrated…