Contracts Administrator
Are you a skilled contracts professional looking for an impactful role in a dynamic academic environment? Join our university's Office of Sponsored Programs as a Contracts Administrator and play a pivotal role in advancing groundbreaking research. This 5-month contract offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of managing and negotiating a wide range of contracts and agreements that support our university's research initiatives. You'll work with federal, industry, and private partners, ensuring compliance with complex regulations while enabling innovative projects to thrive.
Position Details:
- Work Arrangement: Fully Remote
- Contract Duration: 5 months
Key Responsibilities:
- Contract Administration: Lead the drafting, reviewing, and negotiating of various contracts, including cooperative agreements, subcontracts, and agreements with private, industry, and federal partners, such as OTAs, Federal contracts under FARs and DFARs, CTAs, MTAs, and DUAs.
- Compliance Management: Ensure all contracts and agreements adhere to federal, governmental, funding agency, and institutional policies and regulations.
- Customer Service Excellence: Provide expert support and guidance in the administration of contracts for both funded and unfunded externally sponsored projects, delivering exceptional service to stakeholders.
- Process Optimization: Utilize and maintain systems and procedures for efficient contract processing, and independently manage the negotiation of contract terms and compliance requirements.
- Database Management: Maintain a comprehensive and up-to-date database tracking the status of contracts, amendments, and other critical documents.
- Collaboration: Work closely with university partners, including the Office of General Counsel, Risk Management, Applied Innovation, Research Compliance, Tax Office, and the Office of Privacy, Compliance, and Internal Audit, to ensure timely contract review and execution.
- Issue Resolution: Consult with the Director of Contracts and Subawards to address and resolve any issues that may arise during the contract administration process.
Why You Should Apply:
This role is ideal for a highly motivated and experienced Contracts Administrator who is eager to contribute to the success of sponsored research projects at a leading academic institution. You'll enjoy a competitive pay rate, the flexibility of remote work, and the chance to make a significant impact in a short-term role with long-lasting effects.