The George Washington University, the largest higher education
institution in the nation's capital, is seeking enthusiastic, organized,
customer service-oriented candidates for two positions in research
administration.

Research Service Coordinator, Office of Research Services (ORS) (1
position). Requisition # R11464.

Basic Function: to coordinate, participate in, and monitor the daily
administrative and fiscal activities of assigned sponsored research
projects for specific schools and departments of the University to
include both pre-award and post-award functions.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:
 1.  Administer all pre-award/post-award functions related to
sponsored research projects within assigned schools and departments
including proposal preparation activities (compilation of data,
estimation of funding/personnel needs, projected expenses, budget
preparation, etc.), efficient and effective management of administrative
and fiscal activities.  Provide expertise and consultation to principal
investigators and departmental representatives on policy guidelines and
budgetary, personnel, and expenditure control activities.
 2.  Set up award data in the University's financial system as it
corresponds with award documentation (award dates, budget information,
billing information, revenue recognition, methodology, rates, etc.);
coordinate with accounting office to resolve any issues and/or
discrepancies.
 3.  Ensure compliance with institutional and sponsor policies and
procedures through approval of grant expenditures, review of contract
protocols, review and approval of financial reports and invoices, and
interaction with principal investigators and departmental
representatives. Identify potential funding/compliance issues and
provide timely recommendations for courses of action.
 4.  Continuously monitor fiscal activities of sponsored projects and
conduct analysis to identify/report on financial status of sponsored
projects including compliance, forecasting, and projected project
shortfalls.
 5.  Maintain continual contact with principal
investigators/departmental representatives to interpret clauses,
reporting and/or expense problems, and resolve conflict between
University policies and procedures versus those established in grants
and contracts. Act as a liaison between the sponsors and principal
investigators/departmental representatives.
 6.  Review sponsored project proposals received from faculty members
to ensure compliance with sponsor regulations, University and department
guidelines, and the generally accepted principles of reasonableness and
appropriateness. Obtain the necessary authorizations from department
chairs, deans, and vice presidents prior to proposal approval signature
by the authorized University officials.
 7.  Review and approve sponsored project personnel actions and
requests for travel by sponsored project personnel.
 8.  Advise principal investigators/departmental representatives in
resolving technical questions relating to consultant agreements. Review
consultant agreement letters to ensure required elements have been
included. Submit agreements to appropriate Office of Research Services
management.
 9.  Assist principal investigator and centers/departments in
soliciting, drafting, negotiating, awarding, and administering
subcontracts including the development of subcontractor estimates in
support of prime contract tasks, approving payments and maintaining
subcontractor files. Ensure that outside subcontractors' most current
audit reports have been submitted and approved by the accounting office.

10.  Establish and maintain grant files.
11.  Maintain and update proposal database.
12.  Serve as a facilitator between the payroll office and the various
units in the distribution and collection of effort reporting and
certification.
13.  Participate in development and administration of policies and
procedures for pre-award and post-award grant and contract management.

Related Duties
 1.  Perform other work-related duties as requested.
 2.  Ensure that work in progress meets established deadlines.
 3.  Develop effective working relationships and provide quality
service with both internal and external customers.
 4.  Maintain and/or enhance up-to-date knowledge and skills applicable
to sponsored program activity through additional training, conferences,
meetings of research administration professional societies or through
the review of professional literature.

Supervision Received: Administrative and functional supervision is
received weekly from the Manager, Pre-Award Services, for pre-award
responsibilities and from a Manager, Post-Award Services, for post-award
responsibilities.

Supervision Exercised: None

Entry-Level Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or other
field relevant to research administration, or an equivalent combination
of training and experience
A minimum of three (3) years of professional experience that include
budgeting and/or accounting and preferably at least one (1) year of
experience working within a pre-award and/or post-award environment is
necessary.
Wide-ranging experience with the principles, practices, and procedures
relative to Federal and non-Federal sponsored research in an academic
environment is preferred.
Strong interpersonal, communication, customer service, and
organizational skills are necessary.
Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and
demonstrated willingness to learn and share new ideas is necessary.
Familiarity with computer-oriented applications and technology is
necessary.
Familiarity with Oracle financial software is desirable.

Manager, Pre-Award Research Services (Medical), Office of Research
Services (ORS). Requisition #R9972.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities.
Proposal and award review, including negotiation of contracts and
agreements for clinical studies, and supervision of research service
coordinators in their pre-award services supporting medical faculty and
staff research endeavors. The pre-award manager will be familiar with
all compliance issues, attend institutional review board meetings, and
maintain communication with other University and affiliated offices as
necessary.

Entry-Level Qualifications.
Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of training and
experience; a minimum of five years of progressive management experience
in pre-award research administration in a medical center environment, to
include negotiation of clinical studies; wide-ranging experience with
federal and non-federal sponsored research in a medical center
environment; and strong negotiation, supervisory, communication, and
customer service skills. The successful candidate will have a proven
ability to work effectively in a team environment and under pressure to
meet deadlines.

Application

The George Washington University offers a generous compensation package
to include health insurance and tuition benefits for employees, their
spouses, and dependents. To apply, either mail, fax, or e-mail resume
(including salary history/requirements) referencing applicable
requisition number to: Enok Dancil, xxxxxx@gwu.edu, 2033 K Street, NW,
Suite 220, Washington, DC 20052; Fax: (202) 994-9609. Please see
the HRS web page at www.gwu.edu/~hrs (staff employment opportunities
and, if possible, include a completed application and applicant data
form with your resume. Applications will be accepted until all positions
are filled. GW is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Susan B. Burke
Information Specialist
Office of Research Services
The George Washington University
2121 I Street NW, Suite 601
Washington, DC 20052
Telephone: 202-994-9136
Facsimile: 202-994-9137

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