PIJIP Graduate Assistant - Finance

Summary/Objective

AU’s Program on Information Justice and Intellectual Property (PIJIP) seeks a graduate student to assist in the administration of a large research grant in which we partner with organizations and individuals around the world. 

Tasks may include 

• managing budgets using excel and other programs;
• establishing subcontracts and Professional Service Agreements; 
• processing invoices; 
• applying for reimbursements, 
• record-keeping; 
• generating regular financial reports;
• and liaising with WCL and AU finance offices.

Work Environment

• This is an external grant-funded job, and it is a non-Federal Wrok Study position

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• 20 to 27 hours per week.

Salary Range

• $18-20 per hour, based on experience in finance administration work.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably with experience in financial administration.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Knowledge of Excel, DATATEL, Microsoft BI, and the American University financial systems is desired. Applicants must be able to work with diverse constituencies and handle multiple tasks.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal, communication, planning, writing and organizational skills a must.