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Montana State University

Grant Coordinator

🇺🇸 Bozeman, MT

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $58K - $70K

💻 Other

🗓️ July 7th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Montana State University is hiring a Grant Coordinator. The role involves supporting agricultural research funding by collaborating with principal investigators and administrative staff to develop, submit, and manage grant proposals, ensure compliance, and oversee reporting. The coordinator facilitates interdisciplinary collaborations, manages budgets, provides training, and sustains federally funded projects to advance research initiatives benefiting Montana's agriculture and communities.

Highlights
  • Locate funding opportunities and assist principal investigators in grant proposal development and submission.
  • Manage budgets, compliance issues, and reporting for grants and internal funding programs.
  • Coordinate with the Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) and funding agencies to ensure grant milestones and requirements are met.
  • Develop and conduct training and workshops on grant and research processes.
  • Prepare annual federal research reports and impact statements for the Montana Agricultural Experiment Station.
  • Required proficiency with Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, and Publisher.
  • Qualifications include a BS or BA in Agricultural Research or Natural Resource Management, strong writing skills, budgeting experience, and knowledge of relevant regulations.
  • Preferred qualifications include advanced degrees (MS, PhD), fiscal management experience, grant source research, and familiarity with communication technologies like social media and videoconferencing.
  • Salary range is $58,000 to $70,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
  • Reports to the Dean of Agriculture within the College of Agriculture and Montana Agricultural Experiment Station.