Contracts Specialist, Research

LSU New Orleans; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of New Orleans seeks a detail-oriented professional to develop, negotiate and manage contracts related to grants and sponsored projects. You will ensure compliance with policies and regulations at University, state and federal levels, including FAR clauses and IP considerations.

The role involves preparing award summaries, drafting subawards, and supporting policy implementation. Strong knowledge of contracts and ability to liaise with grant agencies is essential.

Qualifications

• This position requires a Bachelor's degree and four years of relevant experience, or eight years of experience in a business or government setting.
• Thorough knowledge of rules and regulations governing grants, contracts and subawards at University, state, and federal level.
• Ability to work flexibly, independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated superior customer service orientation.
• Proficiency with PC-based tools including Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Develop, negotiate and manage contracts related to grants and contracts.
• Ensure compliance with applicable policies, statutes, regulations and procedures.
• Review proposed agreements for compliance with University policy and regulations including FAR clauses, export controls, and IP considerations.
• Draft technical contract language covering IP rights, cost-sharing, fiscal and procedural constraints.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Teamwork

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree and four years relevant experience

Eight years relevant experience in a business organization or government agency

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Department research

Job summary

Job description

60% Contract Development and Negotiation

Develop, negotiate and manage contracts related to grants and contracts, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and organizational needs. Maintains knowledge of and interprets applicable policies, statutes, regulations and procedures formulated by the University, state and federal government, granting agencies, and various private foundations and industries; maintains up-to-date reference file. Reviews proposed agreements for compliance with applicable University policy, state and federal regulations including federal acquisition regulations (FAR) clauses, export controls, intellectual property, governing law and fiscal reporting requirements in support of sponsored projects and other related agreements supporting research activities. Negotiates or assists in the negotiation of agreements with corporate, non-profit and federal sponsors and drafts technical contact language covering such issues as intellectual property rights, cost-sharing, fiscal and procedural constraints, and other similar matters.

40% Contract Management and Compliance

Prepares or assists in preparing a written award summary, when necessary, providing complete and detailed information to set up, administer, and maintain an awarded contract in compliance with University policies and contracted statutes, regulations, and procedures. Develop, negotiate and manage subawards for university related to grants and contracts, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and organizational needs. Participates in policy and procedure development, review and implementation. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree and four years relevant experience OR Eight years relevant experience in a business organization or government agency
• Thorough knowledge of University, federal, state and private industry rules and regulations governing technical aspects of grants, contract and subawards
• Ability to work well flexibly, independently and as a contributing member of a team
• Demonstrated superior customer service orientation
• Thorough knowledge of PC-based tools including Microsoft Office Suite

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to write and interpret technical contract language and understand its implications
• Ability to effectively communicate with and serve as liaison between granting agencies, University administration and the principal investigators
• J.D. or other advanced degree
• Direct experience negotiating contracts and agreements for sponsored projects in an institution of higher education
• Familiarity with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARs)
• Thorough knowledge of federal laws and regulations pertaining to grant and contract administration

Required Attachments

• Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience
• Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and University of Louisiana Systems
• Names and contact information of three references
• Applications that do not include the required uploaded documents may not be considered

Posting Close Date

This position will remain open until filled. Note to Applicant: Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process. This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions at the University of New Orleans may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. The University of New Orleans seeks to recruit a highly productive workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.