Position Available - Grants Manager for Research and Sponsored Programs
at Northwestern State University of Louisiana
(Natchitoches, LA)

The Grants Manager for the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP) is a professional staff position responsible for post-award activities supporting faculty and staff in the management of grants and contracts, facilitating budgetary processes and programmatic reporting.

Duties will include: (1) assisting the Director of the ORSP in the full range of post-award activities related to federal and non-federal sponsors; (2) conducting procedures related to post-award research administration; (3) coordinating ORSP activities with the Grants and Contracts Accountant in the University Business Office; and (4) ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations governing sponsored programs.

A bachelor’s degree in accounting or other appropriate field is required.  Preference will be given to persons with: (1) experience in the area of grants management and governmental accounting processes; (2) knowledge of fiscal practices, including policies, procedures and regulations of major funding agencies; (3) knowledge of OMB circulars A21, A110, A133, and FAR; and (4) experience with relevant technologies.  Salary range $35,000 - 40,000 per year.

Applicants must provide a letter of application specific to the position, curriculum vita, transcripts, and three letters of recommendation.  These  materials should be sent to Dr. Priscilla Kilcrease, Acting Director, Office of Research & Sponsored Programs, Northwestern State University, 208 Fine Arts Building, Natchitoches, Louisiana, 71497, no later than September 16, 2002.  Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Kilcrease at (318) 357-5222 or .

Northwestern State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.