Research Administrator 1

The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research Administration supports the university community with pre-award and post-award oversight and research concept/proposal development assistance. The Office also collects and maintains data necessary to prepare applications and proposals for individual research, as well as thematic research focus areas. The Research Administrator supports various activities within the central Office for Sponsored Programs Pre-Award. Pre-Award activities include reviewing, negotiating and administering incoming externally funded grants and sponsored projects. This position will manage the preparation of proposals, budget development, submission, post award management of grants and sponsored projects. This role will lead and/or manage a variety of functions including regulatory requirements, process improvement, and other special projects or initiatives.

The work hours are generally Monday through Friday from 8:00AM to 4:30PM. Additional hours may be required (exact hours should be modified as appropriate). ** Lunch/breaks are dictated by workflow.

**Incumbent will maintain a customer-oriented awareness in acknowledging and responding to needs as they occur to assure that customer satisfaction is met at all times.

Regular attendance is required to perform the functions of this position.

Essential Functions:

Advancement to Levels 2-3 is based on the demonstration of work that reflects increased complexity, quality work with decreased errors, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Promotion to from one level to the next requires a minimum of 2 years in the position.

60% Proposal Development:

• Read and understand sponsor guidelines for proposal solicitations
• Create date milestones and requirement lists to assist faculty in preparing application documents
• Collect and assemble application documents and related proposal materials
• Route proposals using Cayuse to meet internal and external deadlines
• Assist faculty with budget development
• Ensure proposals are reviewed for completeness and administrative compliance prior to submission
• Facilitate communication with faculty, Business Managers, and various departments regarding assigned proposals

30% Grants Management:

• Process updates for other support, just-in-time requests, award notices, and other communications necessary for processing awards
• Read, understand, and communicate sponsor award terms and conditions
• Initiate award set-up and route using Cayuse
• Collaborate with faculty to prepare progress reports
• Assist in the management of research data reporting, audit requests, and document file retention
• Conduct project meetings for new grant awards and technical assistance
• Advise faculty and staff, on issues related to allowability, re-budgeting, and subawards, etc.

5% Post-Award Submissions:

• Initiate and complete non-financial post-award actions to include no cost extensions, change in senior key personnel, portal access, close-outs, and other related actions

5% Other:

• Attend meetings, training sessions, and workshops to stay informed about changing federal, sponsor, and institutional policies, processes, and procedures.
• Actively participate as a member of the OSP Team to assess and plan continuous process improvement
• Other duties as assigned.

The applicant must meet one of the following:

Level 1:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field and two (2) years of professional experience.
• Strong attention to details.
• High proficiency in computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Suite
• Ability to work well in a team environment and handle multiple assignments.
• Must be able to work with diverse groups and individuals.

Desired Qualifications:

• One or more years of experience in grants administration.

Level 2:

Required Qualifications:

• Master's Degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field and two (2) years of professional experience in research administration

or

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field and five (5) years of professional experience in research administration.
• Working knowledge of 2 CFR 200 Uniform Guidance.

Level 3:

Required Qualifications:

• Master's Degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field and three (3) years of professional experience in research administration

or

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field and ten (10) years of professional experience in research administration

and

• Team lead for major service area, i.e. subrecipient monitoring, training program development, clinical research development
• Certified Research Administrator (CRA) within one year of employment

PSN/PER Number: PSN 60246/PER 4337

Salary Range: $50,000 - $65,000  

Primary Location: Shreveport, LA (On-Site)

The LSU Systems Office has provided LSU Health-Shreveport employees with excellent benefit options designed with you and your dependents in mind. Our Benefits Section is available between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, to help answer any questions you might have about these benefits.

• Salary is commensurate with experience and training
• Generous Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Optional Retirement Plans

LSU Health is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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