Help fuel the psychedelic research movement through strategic grant writing.
About MAPS
Since 1986, MAPS has led the psychedelic movement with evidence-based approaches to policy change, research, and culture. From pioneering MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD to advancing education and public health around psychedelics, MAPS has laid the foundation for a global movement toward healing, spirituality, and personal growth.
At MAPS, we value transparency, autonomy, experimentation, and kind, direct feedback. We believe in diversity and inclusion across all backgrounds, genders, races, sexual orientations, abilities, and perspectives. Our team is united by the mission of bringing dignity and access to mental health healing through the conscious use of psychedelics.
Schedule
- Part-time (approx. 20 hours per week)
- Flexible schedule during standard business hours (9 AM – 5 PM local time, Mon–Fri)
- Occasional weekend work and travel required
- Remote role; must be based in the continental U.S.
Compensation
- $45–$60 per hour (based on experience)
- Part-time role (not benefits-eligible; limited local compliance-based benefits may apply)
- Flexible time off
What You’ll Do
- Manage and grow a portfolio of 40+ institutional grantors (foundations and corporations)
- Research, draft, and submit proposals, LOIs, applications, and reports
- Build and steward strong relationships with funders and program officers
- Collaborate with contractors, board members, and program staff to align grant opportunities with organizational needs
- Develop cultivation plans with benchmarks toward long-term growth
- Create and maintain a grant calendar for proposals, deadlines, and reports
- Ensure timely reporting with accurate financial and narrative updates
- Provide excellent donor stewardship with clear impact reporting
Requirements
- 5+ years of grant writing experience
- Proven ability to secure and manage five-figure gifts
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
- Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM for prospect management
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, Google Suite, and project management tools (e.g., Asana)
- Experience handling confidential information and interacting with high-net-worth individuals
- Organized, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented
Preferred Qualities
- Strong track record of translating complex missions into compelling proposals
- Familiarity with nonprofit program funding in research, health, or education
- Comfortable collaborating across departments while managing multiple priorities
Why Work for MAPS
MAPS is at the forefront of transforming mental health treatment and advancing safe, legal, and responsible access to psychedelics. Joining MAPS means working with a passionate, mission-driven team in a culture that values healing, public benefit, open science, and equity.
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