Proposal Coordinator - The Office of Proposal Development (OPD)

Position Description

Proposal Coordinator - The Office of Proposal Development (OPD) The Office of Proposal Development (OPD) is seeking two Proposal Coordinators to join our dynamic team! OPD is a shared services unit offering administrative support for pre-award research development operating within the Geophysical Institute at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. The university offers an attractive work environment and strong benefits including retirement and health insurance, generous leave policies, and tuition waivers for UAF courses. We are committed to equity, inclusion, and accountability and value the open sharing of different perspectives. We support a respectful and welcoming environment and a commitment to serving Alaska and Alaskans. Career growth and professional development are expected and encouraged. The Geophysical Institute is a research-focused organization at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. The university offers a competitive work environment with strong benefits, including retirement and health insurance, generous leave policies, and tuition waivers for UAF courses. The Geophysical Institute values collaboration, accountability, and the exchange of ideas. We foster a professional and respectful environment dedicated to serving Alaska through applied science. Career growth and professional development are supported and encouraged. As a public, regional, comprehensive university, UAF welcomes applications from individuals with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. To Thrive in this role the successful candidate will demonstrate strong time management skills, excellent customer service, and great attention to detail. Having experience in proposal development would be very beneficial, but it is not required. Associate's degree and two years progressively responsible experience related to grant proposal development, or an equivalent combination of training and expertise.