School Research Administrator, RST 3

• Prepares all necessary paperwork (internal and external), obtains all necessary signatures, conducts final review of proposals, tracks progress of grant/contract submission, and ensures timely submission of proposals through GWU’s MyResearch.
• Acts as a primary liaison between the Principal Investigator, School of Medicine & School of Nursing, Office of Sponsored Programs, Grants and Contracts Accounting, and the sponsor (grant/contract pre-award). Provides pre-award support to other research schools on an as-needed basis.
• Analyzes data, interprets information, and provides logical conclusions/projections for proposal budget preparation. Responds to inquiries from multiple levels of management within the department, faculty and staff, sponsors, and other officials; resolves problematic issues; and clearly and accurately communicates all information to the Principal Investigator relating to grant/contract (pre-award).
• Maintains grant/contract files and various spreadsheets (budgets, etc.).
• Ensures accurate submission process and timely routing to the OSP department. This position supports a school’s research efforts and performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

• Strong ability to prioritize
• Strong time management
• Strong ability to both collaborate and work independently

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