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Research Contract Officer, Contract Negotiations, Office of Research, The University of Kansas (Lawrence, KS)
Review of applications will begin on 03/08/2024
Interested candidates can view the full position details and apply at:
https://employment.ku.edu/jobs/staff/research-contract-officer/27116br
Job Description:
35% - As an advisor for the Pre-Award unit, this position determines the appropriateness of terms and conditions that require review,
negotiation, formal acceptance, or interpretation prior to submittal of a proposal. Negotiates preliminary contract drafts, and drafts letters in response to RFPs when certain terms are unacceptable or will require future negotiation if an award is offered.
30% - Reviews, negotiates, and accepts contracts supporting sponsored activity at the university, including the drafting of acceptable
terms that are beyond the standard parameters normally established by university policies. These negotiations are commonly with attorneys or chief administrators of governmental, for-profit, non-profit, or state agencies/institutions and frequently involve
highly sensitive and unique issues. The language offered, the decisions made, and any additional agreements are made independently by the individual in this position. In high-risk situations or in cases where a decision clearly violates university policies
the issue is escalated to higher management for additional approvals. This position has delegated signing authority for all agreements supporting sponsored projects as needed for the KU Center for Research, Inc. and the University of Kansas. Reviews and negotiates
incoming agreements and writes and negotiates outgoing subawards and subcontracts under all sponsored projects regardless of funding source (federal, state, for-profit, or not-for- profit).
10% Acts as resource for Pre-Award and Post-Award staff related to negotiation or acceptance of terms and conditions in grants and contracts.
Helps resolve issues related to the interpretation of internal and external policies and procedures. Assists in the development, writing, and implementation of policies.
10% - Serves as primary resource contact for faculty, staff, sponsoring agencies, and others needing grant administration guidance or
decisions on appropriateness of specific actions both pre- and post-award. Trains departmental staff and researchers in grants administration, university research policies, and sponsor guidelines.
5% - Represents the Associate Director or department in meetings.
5% - Reviews compliance with university and sponsor requirements to confirm compliance with issues such as human subjects, animal care,
restricted research and biohazards; assures university and federal standards for management of sponsored project funds; and gathers compliance information and prepares certifications for submission to sponsors as needed.
5% - Communicates with investigators and sponsors to resolve complex grant administration problems/issues.
Required Qualifications as demonstrated in application materials:
1. Bachelor's degree and 4 years or more of sponsored project or other relevant experience; a J.D. and 2 years of relevant experience may be substituted for the 4 years'
sponsored project or other relevant experience.
2. At least 1 year experience reading and comprehending contracts with attention to detail.
3. Excellent writing skills reflecting conciseness and accuracy as demonstrated by application materials.
4. At least 1 year experience working in a university or similar environment (familiarity with university policies and procedures or similar systems).
5. Work history that demonstrates the ability to work independently and cooperatively as part of a team.
6. Work history that demonstrates the ability to organize, prioritize, and efficiently handle multiple projects and assignments.
7. At least 1 year experience with basic computer applications including word processing, spreadsheet and database system use.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Three or more years’ experience in sponsored research administration at a university or in a related field such as contracting, or in the interpretation of governmental
regulations.
2. Work experience negotiating, reviewing, editing and writing complex contracts or agreements.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of and the ability to analyze and interpret agency, federal, and state grant or contract regulations.
4. Excellent speaking skills reflecting conciseness and accuracy.
5. Law or other relevant graduate or professional degree.
6. Strong computer experience.
Additional Candidate Instructions:
In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
1. A cover letter addressing how required and preferred qualifications are met.
2. Resume or curriculum vitae.
3. Contact information for three professional references.
Advertised Salary Range:
$50,000-70,000 commensurate with experience
Anticipated Start Date:
Monday March 25, 2024
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Contact Aaron at xxxxxx@ku.edu with any questions you might have.