Scientific Editor - Neurology (TIRN)

Position Summary :

Provides substantive and developmental editorial and writing services at an advanced level for all phases of the preparation and issuance of grants, contracts and manuscripts with heavy emphasis on publications and funding opportunities.

Position Key Accountabilities :

• Prepares and edits grant proposals, contracts or other science related documentation ensuring compliance with necessary standards.
• Assists investigators with proposal editing and writing to secure extramural funding via the outreach program.
• Provides support for the annual reporting to granting agencies, ensuring accuracy of the information and data.
• Assists faculty with grant renewal and extension editing and writing.
• Assists faculty with external publication document editing and writing. Provides major reorganization / reconstruction of documents and / or extensive rewriting to enhance logical presentation, coherence and clarity.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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Physical Requirements :

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and / or up to 10 pounds frequently and / or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.

Security Sensitive :

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

Residency Requirement :

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.