Director, R&D Grants

R&D Grants Director 

USA (remote)

Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies.

At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. With associates across 40+ countries, Cytiva is a place where every day is a learning opportunity – so you can grow your career and expand your skills in the long term.

Forming part of the Biotechnology segment at Danaher, we bring together dedicated technical expertise and talent to develop the next generation of life-changing therapeutics.

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive R&D Grants Director to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading our internal response to funding calls and ensuring that we successfully secure grants to support our business initiatives. 

This position is part of the Chief Technology Office and will be fully remote role with the expectation of US travel. At Cytiva, our vision is, to advance future therapeutics from discovery to delivery.

What you’ll do

• Monitor and identify relevant funding calls and grant opportunities that align with Cytiva’s strategic goals.
• Develop and lead the internal response process for funding calls, ensuring timely and high-quality submissions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, finance, legal, and business development, to gather necessary information and documentation for grant applications.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive grant application calendar, tracking deadlines, and submission requirements.
• Prepare and review grant proposals, ensuring compliance with funding guidelines and alignment with the company’s objectives.
• Facilitate internal meetings to discuss funding opportunities, application strategies, and progress updates.
• Liaise with funding agencies and external partners to clarify requirements and gather additional information as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of all grant applications, submissions, and outcomes.
• Provide regular reports and updates to senior management on the status of grant applications and funding opportunities.
• Assist in the preparation of post-award reports and ensure compliance with funding agency requirements.

Who you are

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as life sciences, business administration, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in grant writing, project management, or a related role within the life sciences industry.
• Proven track record of successfully securing grants and funding in life sciences working for life sciences research institutions, universities or private companies operating in the space.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Advanced degree in life sciences, business administration, or a related field.
• Experience working in a global or multinational organization.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance in the context of grant funding.

The salary range for this role is $150-175K. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and Retirement Benefits to eligible employees. Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s discretion, consistent with the law.

At Cytiva we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview