Grant Researcher (Work Study)

Grant Researcher (Work Study)

Apply now Job no: 510180 Position type: College Work Study Location: New York Categories: Administrative/Professional, Communications/Public Relations/Marketing, Office/Clerical

Job Summary/Basic Function: The Office of Global Engagement (OGE), formerly the Office of International Affairs, seeks a Grant Researcher to support the work of international engagement at Teachers College. The primary responsibilities of the Grant Researcher are to maintain an accurate and comprehensive grants database for TC faculty and students engaged in international work; and to create newsletters that highlight funding opportunities relevant to the TC community. In addition, the Grant Researcher may be asked to conduct research related to issues around international education. In this capacity, the Grant Researcher will work closely with the rest of the OGE team to prepare literature reviews and presentations on relevant topics. The Grant Researcher may also be asked to assist with visits from international delegations; and with organizing meetings and events.

This position is for AY2022-2023. The anticipated start date is September 6, 2022 with a possibility of renewal in the subsequent academic year depending on funding. To apply, please make sure to submit a resume AND cover letter. This role is writing intensive and the ideal candidate will have strong research and writing skills.

Characteristic Duties & Responsibilities:

Grant Research (70%)

Search for available and relevant grants across multiple databases

Design, draft and edit funding newsletters for faculty and students

Summarize Requests for Proposals (RFPs)

Research and summarize background material for funding proposals

Maintain the International Grants Database; and a calendar of submission deadlines

Project Research (20%)

Research literature and analyze data relevant to project topics (e.g. issues around international education, etc.)

Prepare literature reviews, reports and presentations on relevant topics

Other (10%)

Assist with delegation visits and other OGE-events

Support various administrative activities and clerical tasks as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be a student matriculated in a TC degree program (full-time TC employees are not eligible)

Must have been awarded federal work-study for the term in which a work- study position is being sought

Must be taking at least 6 credits (or equivalent, which includes full- time equivalent offerings - HBSK 6480, CCPJ 6480, CCPX 6480, or any 8900 course)

Must be able to abide by the Student Confidentiality Agreement and the Student Privacy Requirements

Knowledge and/or experience with sourcing for funding opportunities

Must be a strong writer and able to research and edit large volumes of information

Able to multitask, prioritize and work with little supervision

Strong organizational and communication skills

Strong team player; able to work with a diverse group of staff and faculty

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with grant writing

Experience with designing templates on platforms such as Canva

Knowledge and/or experience with qualitative research tools such as nVivo, Qualtrics, Dedoose

If you are interested in this position, please visit PageUp to apply. You must submit a cover letter and a resume in order to be considered for this role.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews will begin thereafter. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Questions? You can reach us at: [email protected].

Advertised: Jul 27, 2022 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: Jun 30, 2023 Eastern Daylight Time

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