Work with Principal Investigators to submit grant applications and renewals, coordinating with project personnel and functional groups.
Participate in Executive Project Review meetings to discuss the financial status of projects and potential scope changes.
Assist in developing proposals and revisions for investigator-initiated, industry-sponsored, government-sponsored studies, and more.
Collect and coordinate necessary grant materials, including biographical sketches, letters of support, and consortium statements.
Formulate proposals under the direction of a Senior RPA, collaborating with company functional groups and other organizations.
Develop budgets and price estimates using standard models and write proposal text with corresponding assumptions.
Review materials provided to develop proposal responses and challenge internal teams to operationalize budgets efficiently.
Develop changes in scope and document these changes with clear text and budget grids.
Communicate with the Office of Research Administration to ensure complete and accurate grant submissions.
Requirements
degree
clinical trials
grants
nih
cro
project management
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
1-2+ years of experience with proposal generation, review, or sponsor negotiation.
A 4-year degree.
Knowledge of clinical trials processes.
Excellent organizational, planning, and prioritization skills.
Willingness to attend training courses and trade shows.
Experience in grants administration, budgeting for clinical trials, and budgeting for federal grants is beneficial.
Familiarity with NIH grant procedures.
Critical thinking, resourcefulness, and time and project management skills are highly valued.
Strong interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
Willingness to travel (approximately 10%).
1-3+ years of experience in a CRO/ARO environment.
Benefits
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 14, 2026.
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
Short and long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program
Medical, dental & vision
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
$1.3B Annual Revenue
Revenue Figure
Generated annually through a network of technical and consulting services.
27,500+ Consultants
Consultants Network
Comprises a global network of expert professionals across industries.
Born in July 2021 by merging Aerotek’s engineering & sciences arm with EASi, Actalent emerged as a focused engineering-and-science partner.
Backed by Allegis Group, it drives scale and speed to market via contract, managed, and technical services.
Headquartered in Maryland with global reach, it deploys specialized teams across North America, Europe, and APAC on Fortune 500 projects.
Typical engagements span EV design, vaccine development, lab services, clinical research, and infrastructure systems.
Expertise covers a wide spectrum: aerospace, defense, healthcare, manufacturing, software systems, environmental and civil engineering.
Culture + Values
We empower people to realize their full potential by providing opportunities to grow and learn.
We build lasting relationships based on trust, integrity, and respect.
We champion innovation, continuously seeking creative solutions.
We are committed to delivering exceptional results for our clients and employees.
We foster a collaborative environment where team members contribute to collective success.
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Target Year
The company has set a goal to achieve net-zero emissions by the year 2050.
focused on reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing environmental sustainability.
committed to making energy-efficient investments and improving operational practices for sustainability.
focuses on reducing waste and increasing recycling in its operations.
Inclusion & Diversity
This company prioritizes creating an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued.
The organization strives to increase gender diversity and empower women at all levels.
The company regularly monitors and tracks progress on gender-related diversity goals.