School Research Administrator, POD 2

  • Full-Time
  • Foggy Bottom, DC
  • George Washington University
  • Posted 2 years ago – Accepting applications
Job Description
This entry-level position performs grant life-cycle administration primarily within the Milken Institute School of Public Health as a member of Research Pod 2. The Pod is structured to provide a supportive environment for individuals seeking to learn about research administration, and presents opportunities for growth and professional development. Positions within the Pod are currently utilizing a hybrid remote schedule.
The School Research Administrator (SRA) duties are split into two major categories of pre-award and post-award.
Pre-AwardThe first category includes proposal preparation and submission in collaboration with research faculty.
Pre-Award Responsibilities Include:
  • Reading and comprehending funding announcements
  • Preparing budgets and other related documents
  • Reviewing subcontracts and service agreements for completeness
  • Providing review and ensuring compliance for all funder requirements


Post-AwardPost-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 research administrator conducts outreach to other GW stakeholders to assist in maintaining standard operational efficiencies.
Post- Award Responsibilities Include:
  • Initiation of requisitions for purchase orders
  • Reviewing and ensuring payment of service agreements and invoices
  • Reviewing P-Card expenditure reports plus
  • Reviewing payroll distributions

Performs other related duties as assigned, such as participation in Pod and University research related meetings/committees. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning tasks that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications: Typical Hiring Range $48,370.44 - $66,469.34 How is pay for new employees determined at GW? II. JOB DETAILS

Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: Milken Institute School of Public Health (SPH)
Family Research Administration
Sub-Family Research Program Administration
Stream Individual Contributor
Level Level 1
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00-5:00, schedule may vary as needed
Will this job require the employee to work on site? No
Employee Onsite Status Hybrid
Telework: Yes
Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only? No
Posting Number: S010810
Job Open Date: 03/08/2022
Job Close Date:
If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:

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.

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