Research Program Manager, SMHS

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Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status. This position is a grant‑funded position. Continuation of the position is contingent on grant funding.

Job Description

Summary:

This senior‑level position provides comprehensive support for research programs, including pre‑award and post‑award management. It makes policy and procedural recommendations with authority to implement changes, maintains fiscal responsibility by managing budgets and compliance timelines, and engages with GW stakeholders to ensure operational efficiency. Serving as the primary liaison to investigators, the Research Program Manager, SMHS position oversees day‑to‑day operations and contributes directly to grant administration to support research success.

Responsibilities include:

• Communicate daily with lead principal investigators and lab manager to ensure effective coordination of projects, budgets, and laboratory operations.
• Collaborate with laboratory faculty and staff to identify appropriate funding sources for purchases, allocate expenditures to the correct scientific projects, and support budget tracking efforts.
• Financial management, document management, and proposal management for grants.
• Presentation, budgeting, expense management, and other general research adjacent duties.
• Partner with international stakeholders to establish research agreements and facilitate the acquisition of CDC permits for the international shipment of live viruses and other biological samples, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Work internally with contract management and document management for intellectual property filings within the University system.
• Screen and match candidates for research and staff appointments, coordinate interviews, and support hiring managers throughout the recruitment process in compliance with university policies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for temporary staffing agencies, coordinating job requirements, contracts, compensation, hiring activities, and ongoing employee administration.
• Review and approve employee timecards to ensure accuracy and adherence to university policies and labor requirements.

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.

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 5 years of relevant professional experience, or a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 3 years of relevant professional experience. 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.

• Detailed record keeping and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and problem‑solve effectively.
• Efficient time management and organizational skills.

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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Campus

Location:

Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department:
School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS)

Family:
Research Administration

Sub‑Family:
Research Program Administration

Stream:

Level: Level 3

Full‑Time/Part‑Time:
Full‑Time

Hours Per Week: 40

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday; 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

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

Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status. This position is a grant‑funded position. Continuation of the position is contingent on grant funding.

Internal Applicants Only:
Yes (University Wide)

Posting Number: S014067

Job Open Date: 02/27/2026

Job Close Date: 03/02/2026

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