ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
STATE AND PRIVATE CONTRACTS
LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER

The Louisiana State University Medical Center invites applications for the
Assistant Director of State and Private contracts position.

Under the broad supervision of the Director of Sponsored Projects, the
Assistant Director will have responsibility for sponsored projects
administration in the areas of state, private and federal contracts and
subcontracts.  The incumbent will maintain a comprehensive current knowledge
of all laws, rules, regulations and procedures which affect the acquisition
of sponsored projects.  The incumbent will be responsible for supervising,
One- Accountant II and One- Accountant III.

Specific duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

*       Supervises the preparation of billings and financial reports for all
state, private, and federal contracts and subcontracts, ensuring compliance
with agency and contract requirements.
*       Supervises the Accounts Receivable System for Sponsored Projects,
ensuring that invoices are paid in a timely manner and initiates any
necessary corrective action.
*       Supervises the cash management system for Sponsored Projects,
ensuring that cash receipts are logged and posted in an accurate and timely
manor.
*       Communicates with contracting agencies and Business Managers to
resolve contract interpretations and billing disputes.
*       Provides management with reports regarding the status of billings
and accounts receivable.
*       Coordinates the audit process and dissemination of information to
internal and external auditors.
*       Recommends and participates in the development of new accounting
procedures with respect to contract administration.
*       Participates in the writing of manuals relating to Grants and
Contracts Administration.
*       Assists in the preparation of the cost studies for the establishment
of indirect cost rates for the recovery of all applicable costs from
federal, state and private grants and contracts.
*       Reviews state, private, and federal contract and subcontract
applications for budgetary accuracy, compliance with applicable regulations
and compliance with LSUMC policy.
*       Monitors accounts to ensure that contracts and amendments are fully
executed.
*       Assist in the negotiation of indirect cost rates with the state
agencies.
*       Prepare applicable reports and estimates for funding state and
private contracts.
*       Provide technical assistance and direction to academic units to
insure compliance with applicable cost principles and other requirements of
granting agencies.
*       Additional duties assigned by the Director of Sponsored Projects.

QUALIFICATION   REQUIREMENTS

Required:  Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting,
Finance, Public Administration, Public Health, a Basic Health Science or
closely related field plus not less than three years of progressively more
responsible experience involving grant or contract financial administration.
At least one year of experience in a managerial or supervisory position.
Demonstrate proficiency and knowledge of personal computers. Excellent
interpersonal skills, a proven ability to exercise independent judgment.
Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to work under
pressure to meet deadlines.

Desired:  Master's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance,
Public Administration, Public Health, Basic Health Science or closely
related field. Financial  administrative experience in an academic health
center.

The starting salary range is $35,000 to $45,000, dependent on experience.

Send resume and letter, which describes the candidate's relevant experience,
and highlights the applicant's qualifications based on the position
requirements  by Monday, February 22, 1999, to:

Human Resources Management.
Louisiana State University Medical Center
433 Bolivar St.
New Orleans, La. 70112

LSUMC is an EEO/AA Employer

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Peter A. Tiskus
Director Sponsored Projects
LSU Medical Center, New Orleans
504-568-3674
xxxxxx@lsumc.edu