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    Research Program Coordinator WIPAR - Washington, United States - American University

    American University
    American University Washington, United States

    Found in: Lensa US 4 C2 - 5 days ago

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    The Washington Institute for Public Affairs Research (WIPAR)

    The Washington Institute for Public Affairs Research (WIPAR) serves as a bridge between the academic and policy worlds, advancing scholarly research that addresses pressing issues and concerns.

    The Institute helps SPA researchers organize and support research projects and promotes collaborative work, effectively putting the lessons of academic research into practice.

    WIPAR helps faculty members navigate the proposal process, offering hands-on expertise in conceptualizing, drafting, and coordinating the process.


    Research Program Coordinator Responsibilities:
    The Research Program Coordinator for the Washington Institute for Public Affairs Research (WIPAR) is responsible for executing and maintaining day-to-day operations within WIPAR and assisting SPA faculty in the process of identifying funding opportunities


    Responsibilities include:
    Researching and disseminating relevant funding opportunities including creating and distributing a monthly newsletter

    Tracking faculty research interests and current funding

    Searching for funding and maintaining a working knowledge of the current grant market

    Creating and keeping departmental records

    Tracking pre-award services and activities of WIPAR staff

    Assisting in planning and executing WIPAR workshops and events


    Role Overview:
    The Research Program Coordinator is responsible for executing WIPAR's mission


    This may involve:
    Working with faculty at the earlier stages of their research

    Developing reports or finding information

    Planning workshops or major events to support grant development and acquisition

    This role also includes managing the WIPAR website, social media outlets, and the website's calendar of activities.


    Reporting Structure:
    This position reports directly to WIPAR's Associate Director.

    The Research Program Coordinator works with SPA's Director of Research, WIPAR's Associate Director, the School of Public Affairs budget team, and faculty investigators conducting research with WIPAR.

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