Contract Negotiator, Sponsored Programs

North Carolina State University; North Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Programs

Disability Plans

Life Insurance

Accident Plan

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Childcare benefits

Wellness Membership

Wellness Programs

Job summary

North Carolina State University in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Contract Negotiator to support sponsored research agreements across federal, state, local, and nonprofit sponsors. The role emphasizes drafting, reviewing, and negotiating terms that balance institutional needs with sponsor requirements.

The position offers a 65,000–75,000 USD annual salary, a standard Monday–Friday schedule, and benefits designed to support work-life balance. Apply online with the Office of Sponsored Programs.

Qualifications

• Collaborate effectively with colleagues while independently managing assigned work, addressing issues, and following through to resolution.
• Manage competing priorities and deadlines while maintaining accuracy, completeness, and attention to detail.
• Communicate complex information clearly and effectively in both written and verbal formats, adapting the message to the audience and purpose.

Responsibilities

• Draft sponsored project agreements using standard University templates for incoming and outgoing projects.
• Review and negotiate external sponsors’ agreements to ensure terms are acceptable and compliant.
• Identify non‑conforming contract language and negotiate modifications to align with University, UNC System, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and negotiate subawards with external entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Analyze institutional risk tolerance and conduct subrecipient risk assessments.
• Interpret legal agreements and assess the impact of proposed terms.
• Consult with University compliance offices to ensure negotiated terms support University and sponsor requirements.
• Provide guidance to University clients on proposals, contract terms, and negotiation considerations.
• Communicate negotiation progress to stakeholders and ensure accurate, timely information sharing.
• Explain reporting obligations and provide complete information needed for financial and technical reporting.
• Develop training materials, update templates, and contribute guidance for the SPARCS website.
• Deliver classroom training or consultations to support research administrators across campus.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

North Carolina State University in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Contract Negotiator to support sponsored research agreements across federal, state, local, and nonprofit sponsors. The role emphasizes drafting, reviewing, and negotiating terms that balance institutional needs with sponsor requirements.

The position offers a 65,000–75,000 USD annual salary, a standard Monday–Friday schedule, and benefits designed to support work-life balance. Apply online with the Office of Sponsored Programs.