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This position is responsible for all phases of the pre-award electronic proposal submission activities.  He/she will review each proposal for compliance with all sections of RFP's; accuracy of budgets and budget justification including cost sharing and matching funds; adherence to various University policies (IRB, release time, extra compensation, signatures, hiring of research support persons, and consultants, etc.). They will receive and log official notifications of each award from the funding agency.  They will ascertain that each award complies with the original proposal and develop a database of all awards.  He/she will conduct post-award orientation sessions; prepare contingency account requests; budget revisions; etc.  This person will execute electronic submission of proposals and reports.

A Bachelor's degree is required.  A minimum of five (5) years of grant administration experience is preferred.  This position requires a well-organized individual who can multi-task and who has excellent oral and written communication skills.  The successful candidate will possess extensive knowledge of various federal agency regulations, state regulations, OMB Circulars and other regulations important to university research administration.  They will manage high volume and complex transactions.  They must have the ability to quickly extract information and solve problems in a deadline driven environment.  They must be able to work effectively in a team environment with researchers, administrators, sponsors and co-workers. 

To apply please send application, cover letter, vita and two letters of recommendation to:

Ms. Norma Lemond

Office of Sponsored Programs

P.O. Box 12596

Southern University and A&M College

Baton Rouge, LA  70813