Grants & Development Coordinator

About the role

The Grant Coordinator supports both pre‑award and post‑award activities for LSU’s research and foundation funding. This includes preparing proposals, reviewing budgets, tracking expenses, processing invoices, coordinating travel, and ensuring compliance with sponsor and university policies.

Key responsibilities

• Assist staff and administrators with grant proposal preparation, budget development, and supporting documentation; review guidelines for compliance and track submission, award, and reporting deadlines (pre‑award).
• Process grant invoices, manage instructor travel, monitor budgets, track expenses, and prepare quarterly reports as required by each grant (post‑award).
• Support procurement and contract administration by assisting with contract negotiations, reviewing and routing contracts, creating purchase orders, and submitting payment requests in line with university and state policies.
• Monitor and reconcile LSU Foundation accounts, prepare monthly reconciliations and financial statements, and ensure donor restrictions and university policies are followed.
• Perform other duties as assigned, acting as a liaison among faculty, staff, and external partners.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant field.
• 0–3 years of experience in grant administration, finance, or related areas.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Required skills