Sr. Contracts Associate

We are seeking a Sr. Contracts Associate who will draft, review, and negotiate research contracts for the School of Medicine in the Office of Research Administration.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Negotiate/draft complex sponsored research agreements as well materials transfer agreements, and data use agreements for assigned departments.
• Work independently and review contracts for completeness and compliance and draft original contracts.
• Participate in the training/guidance of School of Medicine staff and faculty in research compliance.
• Assist in negotiations, drafting, and processing of complex sponsored research agreements and research related agreements.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills and competent judgment.

• Organized, bright, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Self-confident, articulate and oriented to assisting faculty to succeed.

• Advanced Degree (PhD, JD, MS) in related field and relevant specialized training.
  
• Three years related experience.
  

• Proficiency with contract agreement drafting and negotiation, preferably in regard to sponsored research.
  

• Formal training and experience in sponsored research administration, intellectual property management and related topics.
  

• Demonstrated ability to perceive administrative and regulatory issues and conceptualize how to find solutions and research consensus.

• Additional education and training related to clinical trials, sponsored research, contracting, science and intellectual property.

Classified Title: Sr. Contracts Associate
Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PF
Starting Salary Range: $85,500 - $149,800 Annually ($106,000 targeted; Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F/8:30 am - 5 pm
Exempt Status:Exempt
Location:Remote
Department name: SOM Admin Res Sponsored Projects
Personnel area: School of Medicine