Bachelor's degree. Three (3) years of demonstrated project management experience, preferably in federally funded research environments
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Special Instructions:
Please attach a cover letter, resume and three professional references. A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.
For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application, please contact Shuangqing Wei at swei@lsu.edu.
Posting Date:
March 12, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
July 10, 2026
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Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
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Job Posting Title:
Project Manager
Position Type:
Professional / Unclassified
Department:
LSUAM Engineering - School of Electrical and Computer Engineering (Shuangqing Wei (00007502))
Work Location:
3325 Patrick F. Taylor Hall
Pay Grade:
Professional
Job Description:
The Project Manager will oversee and coordinate research and programmatic activities within Dr. Wei's research group, ensuring the effective execution of projects funded by federal agencies (non-defense-related) and state sponsors. This position plays a key role in advancing the group's research portfolio by managing ongoing programs, supporting proposal development, and facilitating interdisciplinary collaboration across LSU.
25% Manage day-to-day operations of NSF- and state-funded research projects to ensure timely execution, compliance, and reporting.
25% Manage day-to-day operations of NSF- and state-funded research projects to ensure timely execution, compliance, and reporting.
19% Lead and coordinate the development and submission of competitive research proposals to federal agencies and other sponsors.
16% Facilitate the creation of new research initiatives aligned with emerging funding opportunities. Organize strategic meetings, workshops, and planning activities to support research growth and program expansion.
10% Identify and cultivate collaboration opportunities with faculty, industry, and academic units across LSU.
5% Other duties as assigned.
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