Job Description
Grant Manager Department: Business Development
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: San Antonio, TX
Description What we do Maverick BioMetals extracts lithium, other battery metals, and rare earth elements from hard rock using engineered enzymes. Our process is more cost-effective and environmentally friendly, reducing both contaminants and CO2 emissions compared to the current acid roasting extraction methods.
We envision a world powered by sustainable energy. Lithium and other metals are crucial for the transition to sustainable energy, which requires responsible extraction and processing methods. We are a small, driven team with strong startup vibes. If you're interested in joining us at the forefront of the clean energy revolution and value autonomy and making a tangible impact, we encourage you to apply!
The role As the Grant Manager at Maverick BioMetals, you will be a key contributor to the company's growth by securing critical funding through grants. Reporting directly to the COO, Jesse Evans, you will lead the development and submission of grant proposals, collaborate with internal teams to gather necessary data, and manage the entire grant process from identification through post-award activities. This role requires a strategic thinker who can align funding opportunities with the company's long-term objectives and contribute to the continued success of Maverick BioMetals by ensuring effective management of grants.
You will be responsible for researching new grant opportunities, ensuring compliance with funder requirements, and tracking grant progress to meet deadlines. Your ability to collaborate across departments and communicate outcomes effectively will play a pivotal role in securing funding to support innovation and growth.
Key Responsibilities 1.
Grant Writing & Submission - Write, edit, and submit high-quality grant proposals to secure funding from government agencies, foundations, and other relevant sources.
- Ensure that all proposals are aligned with the organization's goals, mission, and strategic priorities.
- Collaborate with internal teams to gather data, project plans, technical content, and financial information to support grant applications.
- Manage submission processes to meet guidelines and deadlines.
2.
Grant Research & Identification - Continuously research and identify grant opportunities that align with company ongoing and future projects.
- Stay updated on funding trends and build a pipeline of potential grants.
- Build and maintain a pipeline of grant opportunities for current and future consideration.
3.
Internal Coordination - Collaborate with teams like R&D, finance, and leadership to gather contributions for grant submissions.
- Lead internal reviews to review grant strategies and ensure alignment on funding objectives and resource needs.
- Facilitate the review and approval process for all grant-related materials.
4.
Post-Grant Management - Monitor grant compliance, track project progress, and manage budgets.
- Oversee timely submission of progress and financial reports to funders.
- Act as the main contact for post-award communications.
5.
Presentation & Reporting - Prepare clear and concise presentations on grant progress, outcomes, and financials for leadership, executives, and the board of directors.
- Provide detailed reports on grant activities, funding status, and outcomes during meetings with leadership and stakeholders.
- Create presentations for external use cases, such as communicating grant updates with funding agencies, partners or collaborators.
- Regularly update teams on grant status and upcoming opportunities.
6.
Administrative Responsibilities - Maintain a detailed database of grants, deadlines, and contacts.
- Track performance metrics for grant success and contributions to company funding goals.
7.
Strategic Contribution - Advise leadership on funding trends and recommend future grant strategies.
- Propose improvements to the grant management process and explore new funding opportunities.
Qualifications - Demonstrated success in grant writing and management, with a track record of securing significant funding from government agencies, foundations, or other sources.
- Exceptional ability to write clear, compelling, and persuasive grant proposals tailored to specific audiences and requirements.
- Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines, prioritize tasks, and maintain meticulous records.
- Proven ability to work effectively across teams, fostering collaboration with R&D, finance, and leadership to ensure alignment on grant strategies.
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail in reviewing and preparing grant materials.
- Familiarity with funding mechanisms, grant compliance, and post-award reporting requirements.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for internal collaboration and external interactions with funders and stakeholders.
Benefits At Maverick BioMetals, our compensation packages reflect our recognition of the value our employees bring to our success and our commitment to recruiting top talent. We cater our benefits to ensure our team succeeds both in and out of the office:
- Unlimited vacation: We value employee well-being and believe you should take the time you need, when you need it. Our policy ensures you recharge and thrive
- Premium health insurance: With medical, dental, and optical options, we offer some of the best coverage on the market
- Continuing education: We take employee development seriously and strive to unlock our team's full potential through continuous learning initiatives
Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work Maverick BioMetals is a participant in the E-Verify program. E-Verify is a web-based system that helps us confirm the eligibility of our employees to work in the United States. For more information, please review our E-Verify Participation Poster and Right to Work Poster located at the bottom of our Careers page.
Additional info Maverick BioMetals complies with all laws prohibiting discrimination against employees and applicants based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, or veterans' status. Maverick BioMetals
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