Feb 05, 2020
Government funding is scarce and applying for grants and funding from various sources is key to a successful, thriving lab. The future of the lab itself may be on the line without adequate funding so this is one of the most vital tasks that you’ll undertake as lab manager. There are numerous courses that will help you improve your bid writing, or you could take the time to seek the advice of senior staff who have more experience in this field. But, don’t panic if you’re not a wordsmith, there are agencies that specialise in grant writing or you could hire a bid writer if the budget allows. Spending in this area often has a great return on investment so consider delegating the task if necessary.
