Research Grant Program Manager

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The Good Food Institute

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Description

• Lead GFI’s Research Grant Program to advance alternative protein science • Overseeing GFI’s global Research Grant Program’s Request for Proposals (RFP) • Responsible for implementing strategic grants management processes • Managing the overall portfolio of GFI’s grantees once funded • Working internally within the Science and Technology department to identify topic areas for RFP • Managing and delivering GFI’s Field Catalyst funding through a rigorous internal and external review process • Overseeing process improvements to our internal systems for managing our grants program • Managing and supporting GFI’s grantee cohort • Communicating the impacts of the program • Preparing monthly and ad hoc reports of grant-related information • Creating efficient operational systems for the grant management life cycle • Overseeing the integrity of GFI’s Research Grant Program • Partnering with GFI’s Legal and Finance teams • Managing the Research Grant Program Coordinator • Performing other duties as assigned

Requirements

• A Master’s or Ph.D. in a relevant scientific discipline to alternative proteins or equivalent relevant experience • At least 3-5 years of professional experience of funding research using gold-standard peer review processes, preferably in a government research agency • Prior experience mentoring and developing other team members is preferred • Exceptional interpersonal skills, including exceptional written and verbal persuasion skills • Strong communication skills including an ability to confidently express ideas • Comfort using a range of software such as Grants Management software required • A strategic and analytical mind • Self-motivation and the ability to work both independently and in concert with a larger group • A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion • Comfort working remotely and in a rapidly growing and evolving organization • Strong support for GFI’s philosophy and mission • A commitment to GFI’s values

Benefits

• Working from home • Full medical coverage • Optional dental and vision packages • 401(k) plan with employer match • Flexible holiday and vacation plans • Lifestyle spending account • Opportunity for advancement • Respectful managers • Supportive colleagues