Education Contract Manager

Mayo Clinic; Rochester (MN); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Delta Dental or reimbursement account

Vision plan

Pre-Tax Savings: HSA/FSAs

Retirement package

Job summary

Mayo Clinic is seeking a skilled Contract Manager to handle the development, review, and negotiation of consulting and research-related contracts. The role requires ensuring compliance with applicable laws and Mayo policies, and managing many negotiations with external professionals.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in business or law and about five years’ related experience in contract management or negotiations, preferably with healthcare or higher education exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or law; minimum five years in contract management/negotiations.
• Healthcare or higher education exposure preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience preferred.
• Five years' experience with increasing responsibilities in contract management/negotiations or related.
• Strong business contract terms drafting and negotiation skills; redlining agreements.

Responsibilities

• Perform contract development, review, analysis and negotiation for consulting and research-related arrangements across Mayo Clinic.
• Ensure contract compliance with laws, Mayo policies and procedures.
• Manage negotiations between Mayo Clinic and external professionals; resolve conflicts and align objectives.
• Develop negotiation strategies, identify contract risks and propose risk management options.
• Provide guidance to investigators, administrators, and internal/external stakeholders; coordinate financial reviews and manage multiple negotiations.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Contract management

Healthcare contracts

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Redlining knowledge

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or law

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

This is a hybrid position and must be located within 100 miles of a Mayo Clinic campus for occasional on-site expectations based on business needs.

Performs contract development, review, analysis and negotiation for consulting and research‑related arrangements across all of Mayo. Ensures contract compliance with current law/regulations and Mayo's policies, procedures, and practices. Manages contract negotiations between Mayo and external professionals, which includes resolving conflicting interests and objectives. Assists in the development of negotiation strategies, identifies areas of contract risk, offers alternatives for management of such risk, and provides consultation and guidance to investigators, administrators, and other parties internally throughout the entire Mayo system and externally with respect to contract matters. Obtains appropriate financial review. Works independently in management of a large number of simultaneous contract negotiations and performs other miscellaneous responsibilities and special projects as requested.

Qualifications

Requires a bachelor's degree, preferably in business or law with a minimum of five years of related experience in contract management/negotiations. Healthcare or higher education exposure is preferred. Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience is preferred. Minimum of five years' work with increasing responsibilities/experience dealing with contract management/negotiations or other pertinent experience. Working knowledge of business and contract law relating to healthcare or higher education contract issues. Demonstrated persuasion and negotiation skills, exceptional communication abilities, self‑directed, ability to work independently with the capacity to manage multiple priorities. Must be able to compose business contract terms and language, including redlining agreements for counter negotiation and inclusion in contracts. Strong analytical skills needed for analysis of complex contracting arrangements, mediating and resolving issues relating to contract negotiation. Ingenuity, judgment and creativity are needed to perform this job combined with good planning and organizational skills. Knowledge with regard to healthcare and specifically higher education is preferred.

A cover letter is required for consideration. Please use your cover letter to explain your interest in this opportunity and how your experience, skills, and qualifications align with the role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience performing routine, detail‑oriented work with exceptional attention to accuracy and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Authorization to work and remain in the United States, without necessity for Mayo Clinic sponsorships now, or in the future (for example, be a U.S. Citizen, national, or permanent resident, refugee, or asylee). Mayo Clinic does not participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

$88,004 - $132,080 / year

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. This is a hybrid position and must be located within 100 miles of a Mayo Clinic campus for occasional on‑site expectations based on business needs.

Weekend Schedule

As needed

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.