1.4. Grant Writer
Phoenix Tailings
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Burlington, MA, USA
Posted on Feb 5, 2025
About Phoenix Tailings
Phoenix Tailings is a rapidly growing clean mining and metals production startup dedicated to sustainable and economic critical metals production. Our mission is to be the world's first fully clean mining and metals production company, producing the resources needed for the next generation of our economy.
Why Phoenix Tailings
At Phoenix, we believe that nothing great is ever accomplished alone or without the passion of people who push and motivate one another. If you are someone who shares our relentless pursuit of a better future, passion for innovation, and are excited about working with some of the top innovators in the world, then this is the place for you.
Our Values:
● You are only crazy if you are wrong, it’s ok to be wrong
● Lead with Compassion
● Be Resourceful
● Listen
● Hustle
Who We Are Looking For:
Phoenix Tailings is seeking a Grant Writer with a STEM background to support our efforts in securing government funding for research, development, and scaling of our sustainable metal refining technologies. This role will focus on identifying, applying for, and managing government grants, contracts, and funding opportunities.
The ideal candidate will have strong technical writing skills, experience in government grant applications, and the ability to translate complex scientific and engineering concepts into compelling proposals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify grant opportunities: Research and track relevant federal, state, and international government funding programs related to clean energy, critical minerals, and sustainability initiatives.
- Develop high-quality grant proposals: Write, edit, and submit compelling grant applications that effectively communicate Phoenix Tailings’ technology, innovation, and impact.
- Translate complex technical concepts: Work closely with engineering, R&D, and finance teams to translate scientific and technical information into clear, persuasive narratives for funding agencies.
- Manage the grant application process: Coordinate submission timelines, ensure compliance with funding requirements, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather necessary documentation.
- Maintain relationships with funding agencies: Engage with government agencies such as the DOE, NSF, ARPA-E, and others to stay informed on funding priorities and align proposals with agency objectives.
- Support post-award grant management: Assist in tracking deliverables, reporting requirements, and ensuring compliance with grant funding conditions.
- Grant strategy development: Provide insights and recommendations on funding strategies to support Phoenix Tailings’ long-term research and development goals.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in a STEM field (Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or a related discipline).
- Strong technical writing skills with experience in drafting and submitting government grant applications.
- Familiarity with federal funding agencies (DOE, NSF, ARPA-E, DOD, etc.) and their grant application processes.
- Ability to synthesize complex technical information into compelling, accessible proposals.
- Experience managing multiple grant applications and deadlines simultaneously.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Ability to collaborate with scientists, engineers, and leadership teams to develop funding proposals.
- Passion for sustainability, clean energy, and the future of critical minerals.
We offer a competitive compensation package that is based on expertise. We also offer the following benefits:
- Healthcare, we care about you and your family: 100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Stock: Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company.
- Family Focus: Parental leave and flexibility for families.
- Time Off: Flexible vacation policy to encourage people to get out and see the world.
- Team Fun: Regularly scheduled events, and celebrations.
- Learning: Learning and development Opportunities to grow your skills and career.
- Great team: Working with fun, hard-working, kind people committed to making a difference!
- Flexible culture: We are results-focused. We don’t work at the office every day.
At Phoenix Tailings, we have an open culture that values learning, and we are looking to grow the team with enthusiastic individuals who share our vision of sustainable mining.
Phoenix Tailings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity at all levels. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information, or any other applicable protected characteristics, and these characteristics will not be a factor for consideration of any work-related decisions (including but not limited to hiring, firing, compensation, and discipline).
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