Job opportunity - Grant and Contract Officer, Cornell University (Recently ranked the "Hottest Ivy" by Newsweek magazine!) Pamela T. Plotkin 25 Oct 2007 10:36 EST

If you would like more information, please contact me (xxxxxx@cornell.edu).

To apply, please visit: http://www.ohr.cornell.edu/jobs/

 Grant Contract Officer I – # 07746

Description

/Located in Ithaca, N.Y., Cornell University is a bold, innovative and
inclusive teaching and research university of academic distinction and
public service where staff, faculty, and students alike are challenged
to be active citizens of the world./

Work as part of a team of professionals responsible for facilitating
pre- and post-award administration of 4,000 projects, funding almost
$500 million in sponsored activity annually. Review and coordinate
sponsored project proposals and resulting grant/contract awards
including subcontracts, consulting agreements, teaming agreements,
restricted data set agreements, non-disclosure agreements and material
transfer agreements for compliance with University and sponsoring agency
policies. GCOs must be able to coordinate contract negotiations
involving two or three parties while maintaining the best possible
sponsor relations and pursing University interests. GCOs are required to
understand and support SPS’s role as a service unit requiring
individuals to operate with patience and tact at all times.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 1 to 3 years of relevant work
experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
required. Must have experience with computerized management systems and
the ability to occasionally travel. Must be flexible, open to change and
supportive of others. Must work to build relationships and achieve
common goals. Must show initiative, anticipate needs, be diplomatic and
welcoming. The person in this position must engage in problem solving
and look for opportunities to share knowledge and information. Knowledge
of Contract Law, Intellectual Property, Insurance & Indemnification and
University Accounting Procedures preferred.

Relocation assistance is provided for this position. Visa sponsorship is
not available for this position.

/Cornell University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator
and employer./

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