Research Development Professional, Pathology and Lab Medicine (Full Time)

Research Development Professional, Pathology and Lab Medicine (Full Time) Tucson, AZ Job Details Full-time $53,039 - $66,299 a year 2 days ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Writing grant proposals Citation management for reference services Enterprise software Content editing Data reporting Executive administrative support Research Mid-level Technical report writing Qualtrics EndNote Bachelor's degree Calendar management Content development Data analytics Organizational skills Contracts 1 year Communication skills Full Job Description Posting Number req25518 Department Pathology and Lab Medicine Department Website Link https://pathology.arizona.edu/ Location Tucson Campus Address 1501 N Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719 USA Position Highlights The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine in the College of Medicine - Tucson is seeking a Research Development Professional to support growing research activity in the department. The selected candidate will possess basic knowledge of University systems and will work under the guidance and direction of the Vice Chair for Research. The candidate will support multiple investigators and the department in the grant and contract writing process with multiple funding agencies, including identification of funding opportunities, proposal review and preparation, editing and proofreading content to align with intra- and extramural proposal requirements, and coordination with principal investigators, department administration, and sponsored projects for timely submission. Other duties include day-to-day operational and administrative activities for the Vice Chair for Research, compiling and analyzing data, and providing input for department programs related to grant writing and proposal development. Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays;

UA/ASU/NAU

tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state retirement plan; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. Duties & Responsibilities Non-technical writing support for research investigators: Helps identify, develop, prepare, and provide editing and proofreading of proposals including but not limited to: grant applications, sponsor compliance and resource requirements, Internal Review Board (IRB) proposals, Materials Transfer Agreements (MTA), Data Use Agreements (DUA), manuscripts, conference papers, journal articles, abstracts, book chapters, and contracts. Liaises with pre- and post-award divisions within the Sponsored Projects Support (SPS) office. Assists with administrative and technical reports to sponsors. Administrative support to the Vice Chair for

Research:

Schedule and coordinate meetings, maintain calendars, serve as a contact for internal and external stakeholders. May assist with grant writing and proposal development workshops and training. Compile and analyze data and prepare reports related to department administration. Assist faculty/staff on how to find reliable content and references. Provide back-up to other department administrative roles such as Executive Assistants and Health and Medical Education Professionals as needed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Excellent organizational skills. Strong oral and written communication skills. Editing/proofing skills and content/resource/reference management (such as EndNote). Skill in preparing documents on a timely basis. Ability to work in close collaboration and independently. Previous experience with UA enterprise systems such as UAccess Research, Analytics, RedCap, Qualtrics, Financial, Student, and Employee. This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required. Minimum of 1 year of demonstrated experience with grant, contract, and publication language, proofreading, and editing, or equivalent combination of education and work experience. Preferred Qualifications Two years of demonstrated experience with grant, contract, and publication language, proofreading, and editing. FLSA Exempt Full Time/Part Time Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 40 Job FTE 1.0 Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Research Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay $53,039. -$66,299. Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) Grade 7 Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator. Career Stream and Level PC1 Job Family Research Development Job Function Research Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies 1 Target Hire Date Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates Colleen Ramsower, Open Date 3/24/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter Special Instructions to

Applicant Application:

The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

Cover Letter:

Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable). Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at .