Grant Writer, Center for PAInT (Finance)
The Grant Writer supports the USF PAInT Center by preparing new and continuation grant applications across diverse funding sources, including federal agencies, non-profit organizations, foundations, and internal university programs. Key functions include conducting comprehensive research on funding opportunities, gathering necessary documentation, performing substantive editing of scientific proposals and manuscripts, and coordinating with stakeholders to meet
submission deadlines and requirements.
Senate Bill 1004.344 The Florida Center for the Partnerships for Arts Integrated Teaching.
(1) The Florida Center for the Partnerships for Arts Integrated Teaching is created within the University of South Florida Sarasota/Manatee.
(2) The goals of the center are to:
(a) Conduct basic and applied research on policies and practices related to arts integrated teaching.
(b) Partner with interested Florida College System institutions and private educational institutions to conduct arts integrated educational research.
(c) Seek out agreements to provide technical assistance and support, upon request, to the Florida Department of Education, Florida school districts, private schools, charter schools, and educator preparation programs in the implementation of evidence-based arts integrated
instruction, assessments, programs, and professional development.
(d) Collaborate with interested arts organizations and Florida school districts in the development of frameworks for arts integrated courses for use in schools.
(e) Collaborate with interested arts organizations and Florida school districts in the development of frameworks for professional development activities, using multiple delivery methods for arts integrated teaching in different content areas.
(f) Disseminate information about outcome-based practices related to arts integrated instruction, assessment, curricula, and programs.
(g) Position Florida as a national leader in arts integrated teaching and research.
(h) Examine arts integrated teaching Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) educational courses.Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience in developing or writing proposals to federal, state, or private funding agencies or 7 years of directly related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
FLSB1310 Equivalency:
4 years of directly relevant experience may be substituted for bachelor's degree.
6 years of directly relevant experience may be substituted for master's degree.Working at USF
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With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
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About USF
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The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .
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Compliance and Federal Notices
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This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
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Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :
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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
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Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.This role requires strong research and writing skills to effectively communicate project value to funding agencies and ensure successful grant acquisition to support the Center for PAInT's Arts Integration, STEAM, Arts Learning, and the Arts in Education research initiatives.
Grant Identification & Research - Identify and evaluate potential funding sources, analyzing grant requirements and eligibility criteria to match organizational research priorities.
Proposal Development & Writing - Lead the creation of comprehensive grant proposals, including narrative development, budget preparation, and coordination of supporting documentation. Provide expert writing, editing, proofreading, and formatting services for peer review submissions
Stakeholder Collaboration & Advisory Services - Work closely with research teams, principal investigators, center directors, and organizational leadership to gather project information, provide strategic guidance, and ensure proposal alignment with institutional goals.
Application Management - Oversee the complete grant submission process, ensuring compliance with funder requirements, deadlines, and formatting specifications.
Budget Analysis & Planning - Develop detailed project budgets, conduct cost analysis, and provide financial planning support for proposed research initiatives.
Grant Portfolio Maintenance - Track application status, maintain grant databases, and prepare progress reports for active awards Editorial Support - Provide substantive editing and review services for scientific research proposals, manuscripts, and other written products as needed.
Additional Responsibilities - Perform related duties and special projects as assigned to support the center's research funding objectives Arts-Integration Center Project Activities: Support the Center's research mission by contributing to scholarly publications and peer-reviewed journal submissions in education, arts education, and interdisciplinary studies. This role involves developing content for academic publications, assisting with manuscript preparation, and supporting the dissemination of research findings that emphasize replicable methodologies and scalable implementation strategies. The position contributes to the Center's reputation as a producer of rigorous academic knowledge while advancing evidence-based practices in arts integration education.
