Research fellow - Washington DC, United States - George Washington University

Description

Are you looking for full-time employment? Have you thought about a career in Research Administration at The George Washington University (GW)?

Good organizational skills, strong financial capacity, basic understanding of scientific research, and an ability to prioritize tasks? Knowledge of basic accounting or economics, the ability to monitor and manage multiple needs simultaneously, along with basic familiarity of Excel and tracking information are all key attributes that promote success in research administration.

A well-rounded resume, with a focus on organization and project management will get you noticed.

GW's Milken Institute School of Public Health is known for conducting cutting-edge research, contributing to policy making, faculty and curricula grounded in real-world experience and proximity to national health science and policy leaders.

The school has 7 academic departments, a number of centers focused on research and a strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

The Research Program Associate, POD 2 performs research grant life-cycle administration (pre- and post-award management) within Research Pod 2.

The Pod is structured to provide a supportive environment for individuals seeking to obtain mastery in research administration, and presents opportunities for growth and professional development.

Positions within the Pod are currently utilizing a full remote schedule.

Research Program Associates (RPAs) are also expected to choose a specific area to become a subject matter expert for the Pod (eg.

NIH proposals, Foundation proposals, subrecipients, labor and effort, training).
The duties of the Research Program Associate (RPA) are split into two major categories of pre-award and post-award.
The first category includes proposal preparation and submission in collaboration with research faculty.

As a RPA, the amount, complexity and autonomy for handling proposals is at a higher level than the entry-level School Research Administrator position.

Prepares budgets and other related documents.
Post-award research administration includes working closely with a group of faculty and overseeing their portfolios.

Meetings to strategize and reconcile award funds are expected to occur on a bimonthly cadence, and the RPA conducts outreach to other GW stakeholders to assist in maintaining standard operational efficiencies.

Reviews payroll distributions.
Performs other related duties as assigned, such as participation in Pod and University research related meetings/committees.

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master's degree or higher in a relevant area of study.

Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Research Administration
Research Program Administration
Level 2


Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full time - Monday-Friday, 9:00AM-5:00PM, schedule may vary as needed
Full-Time Remote


Telework:
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Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
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- medical, pharmacy, dental and vision plans, FSA and HSA

retirement savings programs
If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.