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WPI is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Grant Writer/Manager to support faculty, staff, and institutional leadership in identifying and securing external funding for research, academic programs, student support initiatives, and institutional priorities. This position will be responsible for researching funding opportunities, developing and writing high-quality grant proposals, managing submissions, and overseeing post-award reporting and compliance. The ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of grant processes within a higher education context, along with exceptional communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.Grant Identification & Proposal Development:Research and track federal, state, foundation, and corporate funding opportunities aligned with institutional goals and academic initiatives.Collaborate with faculty, department heads, and administrators to develop compelling proposals and grant narratives.Write and edit grant proposals, letters of intent, supporting documents, and budget justifications.Ensure alignment with institutional priorities and funding agency requirements.Grants Management & Compliance:Maintain a centralized grants calendar, monitoring deadlines, renewal opportunities, and reporting schedules.Coordinate the internal review and approval process for grant submissions.Oversee post-award functions, including compliance with funder guidelines, documentation, and timely reporting.Liaise with the finance and research offices to develop accurate budgets and ensure fiscal responsibility.Relationship & Capacity Building:Foster relationships with program officers, funding agencies, and philanthropic partners.Serve as a resource for faculty and staff by offering guidance and training on grant development and proposal writing.Track funding trends in higher education and disseminate relevant opportunities to campus stakeholders.Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.Requirements:Bachelor's degree in relevant field.Minimum 3–5 years of successful grant writing and management experience, ideally within higher education or a related research environment.Demonstrated success in securing federal and foundation grants (e.g., NSF, NIH, DOE, private foundations).Strong writing, editing, and research skills with the ability to translate complex academic projects into accessible, compelling narratives.Knowledge of grant lifecycle management, budget preparation, and post-award compliance.

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