Contracts Analyst I - Research Office

Primary 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.

Knowledge – Skills – Abilities

• Preaward clinical research support is a lengthy, detailed and structured process that requires an individual to have strong organizational skills and persistent follow through.
• Must have 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.
• Paid attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• 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 computer skills and high comfort level with multiple web-based systems.

Qualifications

• 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