GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY Research Program Associate, SPH in Washington, DC

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Research Program Associate, SPH
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I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:
GW’s Milken Institute School of Public Health (SPH) 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.

This position performs post-award research administration within the Public Health and Law Research Support Team (PH&L RST). The RST 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 RST 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 RST (eg. NIH grants, Foundation regulations, subrecipients, labor and effort, training).

The duties of the Post-award Research Program Associate (RPA) encompass working closely with a group of faculty and overseeing their portfolios. As an RPA, the size and complexity of the portfolio should reflect a high level of sophistication in finance management and compliance. This includes the technical expertise to design spreadsheets and budgets for tracking expenditures. Meetings to strategize and reconcile award funds are expected to occur on a regular cadence, and the research program associate conducts outreach to other GW stakeholders to assist in maintaining standard operational efficiencies.

Post-Award Responsibilities Include:
  • Initiation and review of requisitions for purchase orders
  • Oversight of subrecipients
  • Reviewing payroll distributions
  • Reviewing payment of service agreements and invoices
  • Reviewing of P-Card expenditure reports
  • Monitoring award spending in compliance with GW and sponsor’s terms and conditions

Performs other related duties as assigned, such as participation in RST 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 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:
Hiring Range $58,992.50 - $81,144.77
GW Staff Approach to Pay

How is pay for new employees determined at GW

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

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 2
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00AM-5:00PM, schedule may vary as needed
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: S014208
Job Open Date: 05/27/2026
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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ( - ).

  1. - Are you a current employee of The George Washington University
    • Yes
    • No
  2. - For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP) (As a reminder, employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)
    • Yes, IEP complete
    • No, still in IEP
    • N/a - not a current GW employee
  3. - What is your expected salary range

    (Open Ended Question)

Documents needed to Apply
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
GW’s Milken Institute School of Public Health (SPH) 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. This position performs post-award research administration within the Public Health and Law Research Support Team (PH&L RST). The RST 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 RST 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 RST (eg. NIH grants, Foundation regulations, subrecipients, labor and effort, training). The duties of the Post-award Research Program Associate (RPA) encompass working closely with a group of faculty and overseeing their portfolios. As an RPA, the size and complexity of the portfolio should reflect a high level of sophistication in finance management and compliance. This includes the technical expertise to design spreadsheets and budgets for tracking expenditures. Meetings to strategize and reconcile award funds are expected to occur on a regular cadence, and the research program associate conducts outreach to other GW stakeholders to assist in maintaining standard operational efficiencies. Post-Award Responsibilities Include: Initiation and review of requisitions for purchase orders Oversight of subrecipients Reviewing payroll distributions Reviewing payment of service agreements and invoices Reviewing of P-Card expenditure reports Monitoring award spending in compliance with GW and sponsor’s terms and conditions Performs other related duties as assigned, such as participation in RST 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 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: Hiring Range $58,992.50 - $81,144.77 GW Staff Approach to Pay How is pay for new employees determined at GW 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 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 2 Full-Time/ Part-Time: Full-Time Hours Per Week: 40 Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM, schedule may vary as needed 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: S 014208 Job Open Date: 05/27/2026 Job Close Date: If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
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