Grant and Web Content Writer

The Center for Humanities and Modern Biology at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is seeking a part-time Grant Writer to contribute to fundraising and Library and Archives programs -building in a unique environment combining science, history, and education. The Grant Writer will be part of a team that includes archivists, historians, science informationists, and the executive director of the Library and Archives. Previous funding in this department has come from NEH, NIH, NSF, Mellon and philanthropic organizations in the USA and abroad.

• Research, recommend, and write grant proposals
• Manage the preparation of grant applications to federal, state, and private funding bodies on topics related to the history of science, women in science, scientific data and contribute to the content on the library and archives webpages.
• Work with colleagues to shape the vision for future archives projects, scholarly initiatives, and outreach activities (through the CSHL Center for Humanities & History of Modern Biology).
• Research and identify promising avenues for funding new and ongoing programs.
• Take the lead in writing letters of inquiry and proposal drafts.
• Incorporate contributions from other team members into final proposal submissions.
• Review and editing of content across the library and archives web site as well as future content writing.
• Edit and proofread proposals and attachments prior to submission.

EDUCATION: 
Bachelor's or Master’s degree in history of science, writing, English communications, or another relevant field.
 EXPERIENCE: 
1-2 years of experience in grant writing
SKILLS:

• Proven expertise in grant writing for federal, state, city and foundation grants preferably in history of science or life sciences fields.
• Prepare and submit proposals to multiple funding sources.
• Deadline-driven with strong editing skills and attention to detail. 
• Experience with proposal writing and institutional donors. Strong writing and research skills, and the ability to quickly build expertise on new subjects

How to Apply: 
For immediate consideration, candidates should apply to the online posting found here:https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/cshl/jobs/4165050/grant-and-web-content-writer?keywords=Grant%20and%20Web%20Content%20Writer&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
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Environment:
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is a world-renowned research and education institution recognized internationally for its excellence in fundamental areas, such as cancer, neuroscience, plant biology, genomics, and quantitative biology. The Laboratory has long been recognized as a place for nurturing young scientists, with post-doctoral researchers being an integral part of the discovery process. The Laboratory offers a warm, collegial, and collaborative work environment in a beautiful location about one hour from New York City.
The hourly rate for this role is $45.00. The salary range or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity).
 
We strongly recommend being vaccinated against COVID-19 however; it is not a requirement for employment.
 
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