Contract Analyst III

Tulane University; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University in New Orleans, LA seeks a Contract Analyst III to review, negotiate, and draft industry-sponsored project agreements across multiple academic departments. The role includes policy development and ongoing review of contracts to protect rights, safety, and academic integrity.

Required are a bachelor’s degree with 3 years’ grants/contracts experience (or high school diploma with 9 years). A master’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Required education and experience: bachelor’s degree with 3 years in grants/contracts administration or clinical research administration; or high school diploma/equivalent with 9 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Possess exceptional oral and written communication for interactions with faculty and industry partners.
• Handle highly sensitive negotiations within legal constraints.
• Analyze and interpret complex contractual agreements.
• Understand issues in industry-sponsored research including confidentiality, IP, payment terms, and liability.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, and Access alike.
• Maintain familiarity with federal regulations related to research.
• Maintain confidentiality in all work performed.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Confidentiality

Drafting

Legal awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Word

Excel

Access

Job description

The Contract Analyst III will review, negotiate, and draft agreements for complex industry-sponsored projects for several academic departments, perform a continuing review of existing agreements, assure the ongoing integrity of the contract tracking and assist in the ongoing development of policies and procedures to address contractual issues and regulatory and policy changes. The Contract Analyst III will also apply relevant contract law, Federal, State, and local laws, guidance documents, health care policy, Institutional and departmental policies and procedures to: (1) protect the rights, safety and welfare of research participants, (2) protect the academic integrity of the Institution; (3) safeguard against any unnecessary risks; and (4) protect the interests of the scientists involved in research.

Responsibilities

• Possess exceptional oral and written communication skills in order to effectively communicate with a wide range of faculty and staff and to negotiate with industry legal and business personnel.
• Maturity and judgment are required to handle highly sensitive negotiations within the context of legal constraints,
• Highly proficient analytical skills; demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret complex contractual agreements.
• Demonstrated understanding of issues that pertain to industry-sponsored research
  - the role of confidential information and how it affects Tulane's rights to publish research findings;
  - intellectual property;
  - financial implications of payment terms
  - liability issues
• Proficient computer skills; ability to use the internet effectively and various word processing, spreadsheet and database software such as Word, Excel and Access.
• Working knowledge of federal regulations related to research.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all work performed.
  

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree and 3 years grants and contracts administration and/or clinical research administration experience

OR

High School Diploma/Equivalent and 9 years grants and contracts administration and/or clinical research administration experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree, preferably in science, engineering, business, or law.

Experience in a medical research environment, Institutional Review Board and federal regulations related to human subjects' research.

Demonstrated ability to draft, negotiate, and conclude research agreements.

Legal background is a plus.

About Us

Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person's race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane's employment or educational programs or activities.
Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at [e-mail] .

Job Info

• Job Identification 1612
• Job Category Research
• Posting Date 08/24/2026, 06:09 PM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations New Orleans, LA, United States
• Legal Employer Tulane University
• Business Unit Tulane University
• Department RSCH Sponsored Projects Administration