Contracts Director, Research & Innovation Office

Research Foundation Cuny; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Hybrid work flexibility

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A higher education research organization in New York is seeking an Assistant Director of Contracts to enhance its innovation ecosystem by managing technology commercialization and contract negotiations. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree with 6 years of experience, along with skills in contract compliance and strong communication abilities. This role offers a hybrid work model and a salary range of $94,000 - $120,000. Join a dynamic team dedicated to supporting research and development across 26 colleges.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with commercial agreements in research.
• Knowledge of federal guidelines for research transfer.

Responsibilities

• Support CUNY attorneys in negotiations.
• Manage contract compliance for legal agreements.
• Deliver training to faculty on legal agreements.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Advanced critical thinking

Project management

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Juris Doctor (J.D.) or Ph.D. in STEM

Job description

A higher education research organization in New York is seeking an Assistant Director of Contracts to enhance its innovation ecosystem by managing technology commercialization and contract negotiations. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree with 6 years of experience, along with skills in contract compliance and strong communication abilities. This role offers a hybrid work model and a salary range of $94,000 - $120,000. Join a dynamic team dedicated to supporting research and development across 26 colleges.