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Job Posting Title:

Coordinator Of Grants and Development 1 or 2

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM Engineering - Admin - Research and Grants (Bonnie LeBlanc Pendergraft (00008105))

Work Location:

2221P Patrick F. Taylor Hall

Pay Grade:

Professional

Job Description:

Coordinator of Grants and Development Level 1

Assists in the management of pre-award sponsored research (including non-financial post-award) activities in the College of Engineering.

45% Coordinate CoE proposal development and processing for approval, signature and submission to external sponsors for CoE departments with limited supervision; prepare proposal packages (i.e. Grants.Gov); assist faculty in routing proposals through GeauxGrants to meet internal and external deadlines; review proposals for compliance with sponsor requests, and College/University procedures/policies; assists in obtaining University waivers, matching letters and special approvals; assists in resolving issues through discussions with faculty and administrators.

20% Administrate CoE grants and contracts; transmit account requests and University forms to OSP for approval and submission; receive, review and forward notifications for all awards; route contracts and amendments for faculty and University approval; assists in preparing and processing subcontracts/awards forms; coordinate with accountants and the Finance Office regarding post-award management; serve as back-up support for other grant coordinators.

20% Assists with research reporting and document retention; maintain CoE file for proposals and awards.

10% Serves as liaison between faculty, staff, CoE, the Offices of Sponsored Programs (OSP), the Office of Research and Economic Development (ORED) and Sponsored Program Accounting (SPA) for individual proposals. Keep abreast of university and agency research regulations and requirements; attend appropriate seminars, trainings, workshops and webinars.

5% Other duties as assigned which includes but is not limited to: Assist in maintaining up-do-date website; Assist with developing training materials.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and1-2 years of professional experience with some University setting.

Coordinator of Grants and Development Level 2

Autonomously assists in the management of pre-award sponsored research (including non-financial post-award) activities in the College.

45% Autonomously assist in the management of CoE proposal development and processing for approval, signature and submission to external sponsors for several large CoE departments with limited supervision; independently prepare proposal packages (i.e. Grants.Gov); assist faculty in routing proposals through GeauxGrants to meet internal and external deadlines; review proposals for compliance with sponsor requests, and College/University procedures/policies; obtain University waivers, matching letters and special approvals; assist in resolving issues through discussions with faculty and administrators.

20% Administrate CoE grants and contracts; transmit account requests and University forms to OSP for approval and submission; receive, review and forward notifications for all awards; route contracts and amendments for faculty and University approval; prepare and process subcontracts/awards forms; assist faculty with preparing and submitting progress reports; coordinate with accountants and the Finance Office regarding post-award management; serve as back-up support for other grant coordinators.

20% Autonomously assist in the management of research reporting and document retention; maintain CoE file for proposals and awards; maintain a continuously updated, on-line research database for the CoE; maintain updated, on-line award database for Foundation and internal funding.

10% Serves as liaison between faculty, staff, CoE, the Offices of Sponsored Programs (OSP), the Office of Research and Economic Development (ORED) and Sponsored Program Accounting (SPA) on individual proposals and on behalf of the office. Keep abreast of university and agency research regulations and requirements and transmit same to faculty and staff; attend appropriate seminars, trainings, workshops and webinars.

5% Other duties as assigned which includes but is not limited to: Assist in maintaining up-do-date website; Assist with developing training materials.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and 1 year of related experience

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and 2 or more years of professional experience overall with 1-2 years of research administration related experience. Some experience in a university setting.

LSU is committed to creating an inclusive space where our employees feel valued for their skills and uniqueness. If a candidate does not meet the minimum qualifications as listed, but has significant experience within the major job responsibilities, we welcome their application.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Original transcripts or required prior to hire.

Posting Date:

September 6, 2024

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:

LSU is designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.

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