Tram Nguyen
About Tram Nguyen
Tram Nguyen is a Research Administrator at George Washington University, where she has worked since 2002. She has a background in finance and extensive experience managing contracts and grants while ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
Work at The George Washington University
Tram Nguyen has served as a Research Administrator at George Washington University since 2002, accumulating over 22 years of experience in this role. In this position, Nguyen manages a portfolio of contracts and grants, ensuring compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requirements. Nguyen communicates with various Federal agencies and Contracting Officer's Technical Representatives (COTRs) to resolve reporting issues. Additionally, Nguyen assists the Office of Research in reviewing sponsors' proposed billing and reporting terms for various awards.
Education and Expertise
Tram Nguyen earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Finance from Virginia Tech. This educational background provides a strong foundation for Nguyen's role in managing financial aspects of research contracts and grants. Nguyen's expertise includes interpreting a wide range of regulations and directives, evaluating cost-sharing commitments, and reconciling fringe benefit and indirect cost rates to ensure compliance with A-21 Audit requirements.
Previous Experience at Georgetown University
Before joining George Washington University, Tram Nguyen worked at Georgetown University as a Staff Accountant from 1990 to 1997. During this seven-year tenure, Nguyen gained valuable experience in financial management within an academic setting. This role contributed to Nguyen's understanding of the financial processes and compliance requirements in higher education.
Previous Experience at Deltek
Tram Nguyen worked as a Financial Analyst at Deltek from 2000 to 2001. This position provided Nguyen with experience in financial analysis, further enhancing skills relevant to managing research funding and compliance. The knowledge gained during this time supports Nguyen's current responsibilities in overseeing contracts and grants.
Grant Management and Compliance
In the role of Research Administrator, Tram Nguyen plays a crucial part in the grant management process. Nguyen provides supporting materials for year-end audits and other grant audit requirements. Additionally, Nguyen facilitates the final grant close-out process, including the preparation and submission of final financial status reports. Nguyen collaborates with other staff to plan and implement special initiatives and projects aimed at improving business flow and efficiency.