ORA Contracts and Grants Officer 2, Full Time

About the role

The Office of the Vice Provost for Research & Scholarship, Office of Research Administration (ORA) seeks a Contracts and Grants Officer 2 to provide institutional-level sponsored research administration services to a portfolio of academic departments and research units across all University of Miami campuses.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, analyze, and negotiate terms and conditions consistent with University guidelines for various types of research contracts.
• Provide guidance, support, and advice to faculty and staff regarding sponsored research administration issues, interpreting internal and external policies, government regulations, and contract terms.
• Collaborate with University units such as IRB (Human Subject Research Office), Risk Management, Technology Transfer, Export Control, General Counsel, and other relevant offices to ensure efficient and effective management of sponsored research projects.
• Adhere to University and unit-level policies and procedures, safeguarding University assets.
• Remain current with regulatory changes relevant to the contracts portfolio.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (advanced degree preferred).
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in contracting, with preference for experience in sponsored research, unfunded research agreements (CDAs, MTAs, DTUAs, unfunded collaborations), and outbound subaward agreements.
• Knowledge of University and Federal agency requirements, including NIH, DOD, NSF, NASA, DOE, Uniform Guidance, Export Control Regulations, and Federal Acquisition Regulations.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage deadlines without compromising accuracy, customer service, collegiality, or ethics.
• Strong analytical, contract negotiation, and communication skills, with a focus on outstanding customer service.

Qualifications

• Certified Research Administrator (CRA) credential preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated professional experience effectively serving faculty and sponsors while protecting and advancing the University’s best interests.

Job Status: Full-time staff position.