Life Sciences SBIR Grant Writer: Software, Digital Health, and Medical Technology expertise Life Sciences Grant Writer sought for fast growing funding support company. The individual in this role will collaborate closely with the Program Manager to assist industry-focused clients in the healthcare sector pursuing funding for developing software-based medical devices, therapeutics, healthtech, clinically-relevant tools, and other research-focused products. The preferred applicant possesses a strong understanding of software technology (such as mobile apps, AI-enabled diagnostics, therapeutics, and clinical decision support tools) and their deployment to enhance human health. They will lead the full range of technical activities required to conceptualize, prepare, and deliver grant proposals to NIH, DoD, and other government agencies. The writer is responsible for producing the highest quality written scientific documents for funding applications, which entails writing, editing, and proofreading grant proposals, as well as supporting end-clients as they interface with Funding Agencies. The writer must be deadline-driven and able to handle multiple concurrent projects per cycle, each with varying deadlines for execution. Grant Engine is focused on securing funding for leading companies that have high potential to make a difference in their domain. Our vision is to improve and extend human life by supporting our clients. In this mission, we selectively work with clients whose technology has the potential to significantly improve upon the standard-of-care. In this pursuit, we hold the following core values in high regard: Trust, Customer Success, Excellence Without Bias, Teamwork. We realize that to build this vision, Grant Engine must be a leader in the field. We identify innovation from every corner of our company and we are committed to innovation in every facet of our work. Each of us works to get results by employing, or pioneering, cutting-edge techniques in communication and program management to realize our vision. We know that every detail matters. We are committed to successfully delivering on our goals so that our partners can deliver on theirs. Everyone on our team realizes that when clients win, our mission is accomplished. A key tenet of the Grant Engine team is that we work well together We trust one another’s judgment and have established an effective team dynamic of delivering on our individual responsibilities to best serve our clients. This position is part-time or full-time opportunity. Individuals with superior skills and a demonstrated track record will be considered for immediate full-time hire. Job Title: Life Sciences Grant Writer Status Part-time, with a full-time opportunity. Location USA Deliverables: Working with the Grant Engine program manager to identify fit between granting agencies’ research needs and the end-client’s product roadmap and technical focus. Perform literature/product searches on new ideas to understand and assess novel advancements as they relate to end client’s product roadmap. Work closely with technical and business staff in developing and transforming ideas into grant proposals. Maintain comprehensive and up to date knowledge of platform technological advances and particular market areas involved in identifying and soliciting grants. Manage various deadlines and deliverables for multiple clients concurrently. Conceptualize and then execute high quality, cogent, and simple written applications, translating highly scientific content into terms that appeal to a range of reviewers, from expert to generalist. Responsible for the full delivery, not just the technical content. Assist with assembling scientific documents for each client as necessary, including but not limited to large institutional grants, annual and progress reports for awarded grants. Train new writers on the process, including conducting educational courses and workshops. Necessary Qualifications: PhD preferred. Master’s Degree in biology, biochemistry, biomedical engineering, other life science, or relevant background, essential. Minimum 1-year scientific writing experience, preferably in a healthcare/research/academic environment. Proven experience writing grants, including NIH SBIR proposals, and/or experience with other funding mechanisms. Additional Qualifications and Competencies: Critical Evaluation: Objectivity, critical thinking, problem solving, curiosity, inquisitiveness, research methodology, knowledge management, online search skills. Communication for Impact: Exceptional verbal and written communications skills, command of the English language, strong presentation skills, diplomacy, perceptual objectivity, active listening, asking the right questions. Understanding of healthcare industry trends, regulations, and emerging technologies associated with software and digital health. Relationship Building: Trustworthy, competent, client-focused, credible, proactive and responsive, values the team environment, and works with mutual respect. Flexibility: Ability to handle changing priorities and multiple concurrent deadlines while maintaining high quality final products. Ethical Practice: Personal and professional integrity, builds trust and rapport. Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Bonus eligible.