Research Proposal Coordinator

🇺🇸 Gainesville, FL 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $58K - $68K 💻 Other 🗓️ February 24th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

The University of Florida Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering is hiring a Research Proposal Coordinator to lead comprehensive, large-scale research proposal development efforts. The role involves coordinating proposal teams, advising principal investigators, managing timelines, and ensuring submission readiness to secure competitive funding.

Highlights

Manage end-to-end proposal development, including team coordination, budgeting guidance, and submission processes.
Advise principal investigators on strategy and compliance with sponsor guidelines.
Develop and maintain proposal tools, templates, and institutional resources.
Track and engage teams for key funding programs like NSF Engineering Research Center and Materials Research Science and Engineering Centers.
Required Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred experience as a proposal manager, grant writer, or research strategist with strong communication and organizational skills.
Compensation range of $58,000 to $68,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Collaborate broadly across departments and centers within the College of Engineering.
Strong knowledge of research funding trends and sponsor expectations is essential.
Deliver high-quality work with a creative, solutions-focused, and customer-service mindset.