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Research Grants Associate, GW Engineering

George Washington University

United States, D.C., Washington

Feb 17, 2026

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:	The GW School of Engineering and Applied Science ( SEAS) is recruiting for a Research Grants Associate ( RGA) to work in a dynamic and growing research environment. This fully remote position focuses on providing research program support for GW Engineering, primarily post-award management on behalf of the research program or an initiative. GW Engineering excels in research and education in biomedical engineering, cybersecurity, high-performance computing, nanotechnology, aerospace engineering, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, artificial intelligence, tissue engineering and bio-materials, just to list a few areas of expertise. GW Engineering's Research Support Team works closely with faculty to oversee their portfolios. In order to support the school's research growth efforts, we are looking for a Research Grants Associate who is experienced, energetic, proactive, and possesses strong customer service skills with all levels of faculty, students, and staff to join our team. This position works closely with Principal Investigators, managing day-to-day operations through direct grant award and administrative contributions to ensure research success. This includes regular portfolio reviews, personnel effort actions, direct cost transfers, award modifications, expense approvals, and other actions for the awards in the assigned portfolio. This position may additionally be responsible for managing GW Engineering new award intake, subaward/subcontract establishment and invoice processing, summer salary processing and/or other special projects serving all portfolios. For an RGA, the size and complexity of the assigned portfolio will require a high level of sophistication in finance management and knowledge of compliance practices; the RGA will be responsible for a portfolio of about 15-20 faculty (size is balanced with complexity), under the umbrella of a larger portfolio overseen by a Research Grants Manager ( RGM), and the RGA will work with the RGM to address issues requiring escalation. This position maintains fiscal responsibility, as well as outreach to other GW stakeholders in order to assist in maintaining standard operational efficiencies. Candidates must be experienced in managing federal and non-federal awards, and able to perform most duties with minimal supervision. 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.
Minimum Qualifications:	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 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:	Administrative and financial experience in higher education research administration, research support programs or related function. Experience managing grants and contracts from federal agencies, foundations, industry. Experience with financial grants management. Knowledge of enterprise software (e.g., Oracle, Banner, Huron's myResearch, Tableau) utilized at the university is a plus, as is experience using Airtable. Research or grants education and/or certification is preferred (CRA). Individuals with experience working in the sponsored research arena, especially experience with NIH, NSF and ONR grants are encouraged to apply Strong attention to detail, as well as strong written and oral communication skills. Proficiency in the use of personal computers and various office application software programs, to include spreadsheets and database management.
Hiring Range	$57,553.66 - $94,998.76
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Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. JOB DETAILS

Campus Location:	Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department:	School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS)
Family	Research Administration
Sub-Family	Research Program Administration
Stream	Individual Contributor
Level	Level 2
Full-Time/Part-Time:	Full-Time
Hours Per Week:	40
Work Schedule:	Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm
Will this job require the employee to work on site?	No
Employee Onsite Status	Full-Time Remote
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:	S014048
Job Open Date:
Job Close Date:
If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project 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 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.