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Position Overview: InteliSpark ) is looking for Associate Proposal Development Consultants in our Houston, TX office (applicants seeking to work remotely will not be accepted). This is a great alternative for scientists interested in non‐laboratory careers in science. Associate Proposal Development Consultants work with Senior Team Members conceptualize and develop high-quality scientific research proposals for NIH, NSF, DOD, NASA, DoE, and other Federal funding agencies. Associate Proposal Development Consultants are responsible for the highest quality written scientific research proposals. The work includes conducting literature reviews, developing research strategy recommendations for clients, writing/developing/editing research proposals. Ideal candidates will have scientifically eclectic interests and the ability to quickly pick‐up concepts outside of their immediate field of science. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to grow into the Proposal Development Consultant role that serves as a project lead on proposal projects.
Qualifications: Applicants must meet the following specifications:
– M.S. or Ph.D. in a STEM field
– Experience with scientific writing
– Outstanding writing skills (with respect to quality and productivity)
– Outstanding time management skills
– Ability to rapidly comprehend new scientific concepts and fields
– Ability to work independently in a dynamic, growing entrepreneurial environment
– Interested in start‐up ecosystems and advancing innovative technologies to commercialization
– Ability to work well independently and in teams
– Excellent organizational and communication skills
Applications shouls include a cover letter that explains why they would be a good fit for this position.
About InteliSpark
InteliSpark ) is a hands‐on business development consulting firm specializing in securing non‐dilutive federal R&D funding for start‐ups. We specialize in securing non-dilutive funding for start‐ups through the Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR), Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR), and other government research funding programs. We work with start‐ups, universities, venture capital firms and economic development programs to match small innovative companies and technologies with funding opportunities. Using our proven track record of creating winning SBIR/STTR proposals, we turn those opportunities into realities.
InteliSpark's Houston Office is co-located with TMC Innovation Factory. The TMC Innovation Factory empowers entrepreneurs from across the world to push the limits of discovery and bring their solutions to life faster with the support of industry partners, TMCi programming, and the greater TMC ecosystem. Located in a former cookie factory, TMC Innovation is also the home to the TMCx Accelerator, TMC Biodesign, TMC Accelerator for Cancer Therapeutics, Johnson & Johnson Innovation's JLABS @ TMC, the Johnson & Johnson Center for Device Innovation @ TMC, and ABB Robotics for Healthcare.
