University Research Assistant

George Mason University is hiring a University Research Assistant for the Center for Climate Change Communication in Fairfax, VA. The role involves supporting research operations as a Budget and Grants Administrator, requiring experience in grant and contract management, especially in academic settings. The position is full-time and focuses on applying social science insights to climate change communication.
About Our Team
The Center for Climate Change Communication (4C) at George Mason University is an academic research center that aims to develop and apply social science insights to help society make informed decisions about climate change. We engage in three broad activities: conducting unbiased communication research, helping government agencies and organizations apply social science research, and training students and professionals.

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Budget and Grants Administrator to support our research operations. The successful candidate will have experience with grant and contract management, preferably within a university or research institution, and knowledge of federal regulations and compliance requirements for research grants and contracts.