Contracts Analyst I - Grants & Contracts Office

About the role

The Grants and Contracts Office (GCO) unit at the Medical College of Wisconsin supports investigators and research staff in both facilitating the negotiation of research-related contracts and preparing other high-quality business agreements. The Contracts Analyst I plays a key role in reviewing and negotiating business agreements (contracts) of the MCW research enterprise, particularly those related to clinical research.

Responsibilities

• Serve as MCW point of contact and liaison for sponsoring organizations of clinical research for related contracts and agreements.
• Draft, review, negotiate and process the following agreements and related amendments/modifications:
• Industry supported clinical trial agreements, research agreements, extramurally funded contracts;
• Project-specific work statements under master clinical trial/research agreements;
• Non-disclosure and confidentiality agreements;
• Validation of compliance for account extensions.
• Facilitate, submit, negotiate and award clinical trials.
• Develop and implement compliance measures, and draft and manage sub-recipient awards in support of clinical research.
• Interpret and articulate both institutional and sponsor policies and relevant procedures to ensure compliance.
• Proactively keep department apprised of changes in policies and regulations of relevant granting agencies.
• Work with departments and central administrative offices to achieve compliance.
• Demonstrate daily working knowledge of regulatory and governing bodies which impact contracts administration to ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements.
• Assist in identifying, developing and implementing process improvements that impact the day-to-day operations of the GCO unit and the MCW research enterprise.
• Partner with other GCO analysts and MCW stakeholders and participate in team-based projects, as assigned.

Requirements

• Appropriate experience may be substituted for education an on equivalent basis.
• Minimum Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum Required Experience: 2 years
• Preferred Education: JD, Master’s or advanced degree preferred.
• Preferred Experience: Contract administration, contract negotiation

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and persistent follow through.
• Solid knowledge of related federal regulations, including the National Institutes of Health and the Office of Management and Budget, and ability to interpret organizational policies and guidelines for research management.
• Persistent follow through.
• Ability to maintain balance between positive relationships with external sponsors and internal personnel while adhering to the requirements of the institution.
• Ability to maintain confidences, perform effectively in a stressful, deadline-driven environment, and effectively plan and organize projects impacting the work of others.
• Positive advocacy of the goals and objectives of the unit, department and mission of MCW is essential.
• Flexibility with internal processes and timelines is fundamental.
• Strong customer service skills that includes courteous and helpful behavior; accomplishing tasks through teamwork and initiative; ensuring timely and thorough responses to complaints and critiques; and anticipating the needs of all those with whom you work.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Strong critical thinking, problem solving and attentiveness to detail are required.
• Strong computer skills and high comfort level with multiple web-based systems.

Benefits

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental.
• Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Pet Insurance
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.

Why MCW?

If you believe in embracing individuality and working together according to these principles to improve health for all, then MCW is the place for you. For more information, please visit our institutional website. MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination: The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.