Hybrid Grant & Contract Negotiator

Kansas State University; Manhattan (KS); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University is seeking a Contract Negotiator to draft, review, negotiate, and execute grants and contracts with external sponsors. This hybrid role requires managing risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and collaborating with investigators and administrators to protect the university's interests.

The position combines on-campus and remote work opportunities after training, with emphasis on effective communication, documentation, and stakeholder coordination across multiple sponsors

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years of relevant experience.
• Experience in grants and contract administration.
• Ability to work with multiple stakeholders and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate and execute grants and contracts.
• Assess risk with industry and foreign sponsors.
• Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and export controls.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Prioritization

Judgment and discretion

Grants and contract administration

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Master's degree in business administration or JD

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Kansas State University is seeking a Contract Negotiator to draft, review, negotiate, and execute grants and contracts with external sponsors. This hybrid role requires managing risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and collaborating with investigators and administrators to protect the university's interests.

The position combines on-campus and remote work opportunities after training, with emphasis on effective communication, documentation, and stakeholder coordination across multiple sponsors