Director of Research Funding Proposal Development

Elevate research funding strategies as the Director of Grants and Proposal Development at the University of Waterloo in Ontario. This full-time position focuses on managing and developing grant proposals in a collaborative academic setting.

Your role will involve directing the grants team and supporting strategic initiatives in research funding. You'll ensure alignment with major funding agencies and develop innovative processes for grant proposals and administration. In addition, you will foster essential relationships with a variety of sponsors and help navigate the competitive funding landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and mentor the grant development team

• Implement strategic initiatives for funding applications

• Build relationships with diverse funding sponsors

• Manage grant compliance and reporting requirements

• Enhance internal processes for efficient grant management

Requirements:

• Master’s degree preferred;
Bachelor's with relevant experience accepted

• 10 years of experience in research administration

• In-depth knowledge of Canadian funding agencies

• Proven leadership and capability to develop teams

• Strong analytical and communication skills

Champion research funding excellence at the University of Waterloo by leading effective grant management initiatives.