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Part-Time Grant Writer, Researcher (Temporary)

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Part-Time Grant Writer, Researcher (Temporary)

American University logoAmerican University
Washington, DC, USA
Posted: Oct 25, 2026

NL Highlights

Spearhead prospect research to identify and evaluate potential funding opportunities aligned with the museum's mission.
Craft compelling narrative proposals for diverse projects, including exhibitions, curatorial research, and community outreach.
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with funders, including government agencies, corporations, and foundations.

Details

Reference

R5094

Salary & Funding

$28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Duration

Temporary (Fixed Term) - 6 months

Contact Info

theworkline@american.edu

Eligibility

Bachelor's degree or equivalent
3 - 5 years of relevant experience
Master's degree or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience working within a university system

Next Steps

1
Apply through the American University careers site.

Opportunity Overview

Summary:

American University Museum (AUM) and the Alper Initiative for Washington Art (AIWA) seeks an articulate and strategic Grant Writer / Researcher to work with American University Museum and The College of Arts and Sciences University Advancement (UA) staff to help secure funding from government, corporate, and private foundations to support exhibitions, local artists, and education and community programs, and fuel the overall growth, of the Alper Initiative for Washington Art.

The Alper Initiative for Washington Art is an artist-centered gathering and exhibition space where the creative voices and local artists of the Washington, D.C. region are showcased, amplified, and brought into dialogue with the broader currents of contemporary art.

Essential Functions:

1.) Prospect Research

  • Research, identify, and review federal, state, public and private foundation and corporate funding opportunities and evaluate strategic alignment with AU, AU Museum and the Alper Initiative for Washington Art to determine grants to pursue.
  • Analyze funder giving histories, average award sizes, giving priorities, and geographic and any other relevant restrictions.

2.) Grant and Program Proposals

  • Write narrative proposal for specialized projects including exhibitions, curatorial research, local DMV artist, curator and community outreach.

3.) Grant Lifecycle Tracking

  • Assist in setting AUM s grant calendar to track letter of inquiry (LOI) dates, proposal deadlines and pre-award logistics.

4.) Funder Stewardship

  • Help build lasting relationships with foundation officers, government representatives and corporate sponsors through strategic communication and updates.

Competencies:

  • Acquiring and Analyzing Information.
  • Serving Customers.
  • Prioritizing and Organizing.
  • Displaying Creativity.
  • Supporting Coworkers.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

Part-time.

  • 3 - 5 hours per week.
  • This is a temporary part-time position ending on or before 6 months.
  • Continuation of the program/position is contingent upon external funding.

Salary Range:

$28.00 - $32.00 per hour.

Required Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
  • 3 - 5 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Education and Experience:

  • Master's degree or equivalent.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

  • Experience working within a university system.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

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Other Details

  • Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.
  • Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.

Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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