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Research Associate

George Washington University

United States, D.C., Washington

Sep 04, 2026

I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

Job Description Summary:	The Research Associate is expected to have some experience in clinical research: submitting IRB protocols and consent forms, submitting applications to FDA (e.g. IND), screening subjects for clinical trials, keeping track of subjects' visits and data to be collected, data analysis, manuscript and grant writing. The department of Neurology is committed to spearheading clinical research that will improve the lives of individuals with neurological disorders. Duties: Support the coordination and day-to-day operations of clinical research studies. Prepare and maintain regulatory submissions and study documentation, including IRB protocols, consent forms, and FDA submissions (e.g., INDs), as applicable. Recruit, screen, enroll, and coordinate study participants and research visits. Collect, manage, and maintain accurate clinical research data and study records. Assist with data analysis and the preparation of manuscripts, presentations, and grant applications. Coordinate educational symposia and other academic events within the Department of Neurology. Perform other related duties as assigned in support of the department's research mission. 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 master's degree and 1 year of experience in a related discipline. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:	Skills in clinical trials, data handling, data analysis, and manuscript and grant writing are a great plus.
Hiring Range	$44,985.20 - $66,216.07
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 https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. POSITION INFORMATION

Campus Location:	Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department:	School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS)
Family	Research and Labs
Sub-Family	Laboratory Research
Stream	Individual Contributor
Level	Level 1
Full-Time/Part-Time:	Full-Time
Hours Per Week:	40
Work Schedule:	Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Will this job require the employee to work on site?	Yes
Employee Onsite Status	On-campus (in person)
Telework:
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:	R002457
Job Open Date:
Job Close Date:
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.