Student Assistant – Project Administration (Post‑Award)

About the role

The Project Administration Unit at East Texas A&M University seeks a Student Assistant to support post‑award grant management. This part‑time position helps maintain compliance, track budgets, and assist the research community.

Key responsibilities

• Greet visitors to the Vice President for Research and Economic Development offices and direct inquiries.
• Assist students, staff, and faculty with questions related to post‑award grant management.
• Maintain and update web pages with post‑award information and resources.
• Organize digital award documents, subaward agreements, and compliance packets.
• Track internal award approvals, budget revisions, and closeout activities in the Maestro system.
• Maintain Excel spreadsheets, edit formulas, and ensure accurate data entry.
• Distribute compliance guidance and reporting deadlines to investigators.
• Route financial paperwork such as cost transfers and reimbursement requests to budget administrators.

Required profile

• Enrolled student able to work up to 19 hours per week while taking classes.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.