Description

You will assist with grant proposal writing, pitch deck preparation, and communication with funding bodies and partners to support QED's development of novel hardware sensors for environmental data collection. Your work will help address food security challenges by making environmental assessment more affordable and accessible in agriculture.

Requirements

• Excellent writing skills in English, especially in scientific and technical communication
• Critical thinking, write logically
• Proven experience in grant writing, research communication, or fundraising at least 3 years
• Be ahead of time with proposal submissions
• Communicate easily with people from different backgrounds and timezones
• Strong analytical and online research skills
• Ability to translate complex scientific ideas into clear, persuasive narratives
• Organized, proactive, and capable of managing multiple deadlines
• Familiarity with Horizon Europe, EIC, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, USAID, or similar funding schemes is a plus
• English fluency: B2 or higher (hard requirement)
• English typing speed >= 40 words per minute

Responsibilities

• Monitor and identify national and international funding opportunities (EU, global agencies, foundations, etc.)
• Write and submit high-quality grant proposals, including technical and non-technical content
• Conduct desk research on relevant scientific and funding topics
• Collaborate with internal teams (technical, R&D, business) to gather input and align funding strategies with company goals
• Prepare promotional and communication materials (pitch decks, articles, whitepapers, project summaries, one-pagers)
• Maintain a database of grant opportunities, submission deadlines, and reporting requirements
• Maintain communication with partners, funding agencies, and collaborators as needed
• Support scientific outreach and visibility of the company in relevant scientific and innovation ecosystems