Business Manager

About Us:

At the forefront of medical discovery as it relates to understanding the causes of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer and dementia,

Pennington Biomedical Research Center

is a campus of Louisiana State University and conducts basic, clinical and population research. The Center includes Basic Science, Clinical Research, and Population and Public Health, enabling both focused research and translational science. Research at Pennington Biomedical is supported broadly by multiple

NIH Research Centers

, and includes approximately 65 faculty and 20 postdoctoral fellows who comprise a network of 44 laboratories and 13 highly specialized core service facilities. Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

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Job Posting Title:

Business Manager

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUPBRC Admin - Fiscal Operations (Monica Brouillette Mougeot

Work Location:

LSU - Pennington Biomedical

Pay Grade:

Professional

Job Description:

Pennington Biomedical Research Center

, a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, is seeking a Business Manager in Fiscal Operations.

The Business Manager serves as a strategic and operational resource for the department, actively supporting financial and administrative functions in a dynamic research environment. This role is responsible for processing and approving purchasing, personnel forms, travel vouchers, and departmental expenditures. The Business Manager also plays a key role in grant and contract budget preparation, financial forecasting, and compliance with sponsor regulations. As a resource ally to faculty and staff, the position ensures accurate financial reporting, supports grant closeouts, and maintains effective communication with funding agencies to uphold institutional standards and maximize research funding.

Major Responsibilities

• Lead budget planning and financial forecasting for research programs, including both restricted and unrestricted funding sources.
• Monitor and report on departmental and grant-related expenditures, ensuring accuracy and alignment with institutional and sponsor guidelines.
• Maintain financial systems for tracking, projecting, and closing out grant accounts in a timely and compliant manner.
• Ensure proper cost allocation across multiple research projects and funding streams to maximize resource utilization.
• Coordinate re-budgeting efforts and prepare expenditure justifications in accordance with federal and sponsor regulations.
• Serve as a liaison with granting agencies and advise faculty and staff on financial policies related to gifts, grants, and contracts.
• Stay current on funding agency regulations and support compliance with all applicable grant requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in financial management, preferably in a research or academic setting.
• Demonstrated experience with budget planning, grant administration, and financial reporting.
• Strong understanding of federal and private grant regulations, including compliance and closeout procedures.
• Proficiency in financial systems and tools (e.g., Excel, ERP systems, grant management software).
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and external funding agencies.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in financial management, preferably in a research or academic setting.
• Strong knowledge of federal grant regulations (e.g., NIH, NSF, DOE) and experience with grant budgeting and compliance.
• Proficiency in financial systems and tools; experience with Workday is strongly preferred.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide strategic insights.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with experience advising faculty or research staff.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Pennington Biomedical Research Center (PBRC) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities.

Additional Job Description:

• This position will be filled as either a Business Manager 1 or Business Manager 2 based on qualifications and experience.
• The approved hiring range for the position is $60,000 - $75,000. The final salary offer will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience.

Competencies:

None

Special Instructions:

Interested candidates should include a resume and a list of three (3) professional references to the online application. Professional references should be the name, title, company, and contact information from past employers. Professional references should include current or previous supervisors and/or coworkers. Personal references should not be considered for the reference check process. We will respect the request that we not contact a current employer. However, we will need to contact a prior supervisor if such a request is made.

A letter of application/cover letter is recommended but not required. Official transcripts are required prior to hire and are not required at the time of application.

Posting Date:

November 7, 2025

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

November 22, 2025

Additional Position Information:

Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

. For more information, visit

PBRC

.

Questions regarding career opportunities at Pennington Biomedical should be sent to

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Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - Pennington Biomedical Research Center offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

Pennington Biomedical Research Center/LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Contact Information:

Questions or concerns can be directed to PBRC Human Resources at or

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