Technical​/Grant Writer

Technical/Grant Writer

Tennessee State University College of Agriculture invites applicants for the role of Technical/Grant Writer.

• Provide editing and scientific/technical writing services regarding grant proposal development for faculty within the College of Agriculture, including copyediting of proposal content and reviewing for compliance, accuracy, and completeness.
• Keep abreast of sources for external funding and build strong relationships with private and government funding agencies.
• Convene with faculty to identify and clarify grant opportunities for federal, foundational, and industry sponsors.
• Research and identify faculty research interests and strengths to facilitate alignment with funding opportunities.
• Manage the grant application process through the university submission system.
• Prepare impact statements.

• Proven, demonstrable experience in scientific/technical editing and writing. Applicants will be asked to submit examples of scientific/technical writing.
• A Bachelor’s degree in agricultural communication, journalism, English or closely related field and at least 3 years related experience in academic/technical/grant writing; or a similar Master’s degree with two years of similar experience.
• Experience communicating complex, technical issues to various audiences.
• Experience working with others in a team environment to produce scholarly writing.
• Familiarity with agricultural and/or scientific content areas.
• Independent judgment, strong organization and communication skills, and superior customer service focus across broad and diverse subject areas related to scientific research and research development.
• Ability to translate technical/scientific concepts into clear, concise language for inclusion in funding proposals.

Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.