Contracts Manager, Sponsored Projects Services

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, negotiate, and finalize a wide range of contracts, including research contracts and related agreements, while ensuring compliance with institutional policies, Research Foundation policies, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, legal counsel, compliance offices, and external partners to gather necessary information and documents to facilitate contract negotiation and execution.
• Conduct thorough contract analysis to identify potential risks and issues and provide recommendations for mitigation strategies.
• Offer input on contract language and institutional risk, referring legal questions to appropriate counsel.
• Stay apprised of evolving compliance regulations and incorporate those into future agreements.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., law, business, or public policy).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in grants and contracts administration, preferably in a research setting.
• Experience with contract management software and systems.
• Strong understanding of federal and state regulations governing research contracts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse teams.

Benefits

Our benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive health insurance options.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Retirement savings plans with company matching.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Access to wellness programs.

Pay

Salary range: $60,000 - $80,000 annually.

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.