Senior Proposal Development Specialist

Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce

Senior proposal specialist supporting Georgetown University faculty and postdoctoral fellows with complex research grant submissions. Developing budgets, ensuring compliance, and overseeing cluster proposal operations.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeRemote • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $54,616 - $100,493 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in pre-award support for proposal development, including budgeting and compliance with federal and non-federal funding guidelines. Proficient in electronic grant submissions and financial systems, with strong organizational and communication skills to thrive in a fast-paced academic environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electronic Grant SubmissionsSponsored Research Funding MechanismsFederal Funding GuidelinesBudgeting Experience in ExcelCertified Research Administration (CRA)

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Hard Skills

Proposal DevelopmentBudget DevelopmentGrants ManagementCost Accounting StandardsFinancial Systems Proficiency

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsStrong Organizational SkillsFlexibility and AdaptabilityAbility to MultitaskCollaborative Working Environment

Tools & Technologies

Grants.govExcelAdobe ProfessionalDocuSignWorkday

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Research Administration (CRA)Certified PreAward Research Administration (CPRA)Certified Financial Research Administration (CFRA)

Industry Keywords

Federal AgenciesNon-Federal Government AgenciesInternational EntitiesFoundationsNon-Profit Organizations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide pre-award support to faculty and postdoctoral fellows throughout proposal development
Develop budgets and complete proposal forms and submissions
Prepare federal and non-federal funding applications, including program projects and training grants
Identify, organize, facilitate, and submit new, resubmission, and competitive renewal research proposals
Support grants and collaborative opportunities with other institutions
Provide leadership, training, and oversight to the proposal specialist in the assigned cluster
Coordinate with cluster staff, JORA proposal specialists, and collaborating offices
Ensure proposals are complete, accurate, and compliant with sponsor and institutional regulations, policies, and guidelines
Report directly to the assigned Associate Director

Requirements

What you’ll need

Expertise in electronic grant submissions through Grants.gov and other electronic portals
3–5 years of experience in academic research administration
Knowledge of sponsored research funding mechanisms, including federal agencies, non-federal government agencies, international entities, industry, foundations, private organizations, and non-profit organizations
Expertise with federal funding guidelines, including 2 CFR 200 and FAR
Proficiency with financial systems, accounting, and cost accounting standards for grants and contracts management
Budgeting experience in Excel
Proficiency with Excel, Adobe Professional, and DocuSign
Flexibility and adaptability to changing internal and external policies
Ability to establish priorities and multitask in a high-volume setting
Ability to work quickly and effectively under pressure
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to function in a fast-paced academic setting
Ability to foster a collaborative, customer-oriented working environment
Preferred: Certified Research Administration (CRA), Certified PreAward Research Administration (CPRA), and/or Certified Financial Research Administration (CFRA)
Preferred: Familiarity with Workday

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Retirement savings
Tuition assistance
Work-life balance benefits
Employee discounts
Voluntary insurance options
Professional development opportunities
Community involvement opportunities