ORA Contracts and Grants Officer 3 - Hybrid

SRA International; Florida; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Miami is seeking an ORA Contracts and Grants Officer 3 to work in a hybrid model, supporting a portfolio of academic departments. You will draft, review, and negotiate terms with sponsors and coordinate with affiliated offices to manage complex agreements.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree, 4+ years in contracting for sponsored research, and strong communication and negotiation skills. CRA preferred but not required; advanced degree is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; advanced degree preferred.
• CRA credential preferred but not required.
• Minimum 4 years contracting experience in sponsored research.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, analyzes, and negotiates terms and conditions of research contracts.
• Provide guidance to faculty and staff on sponsored research administration issues.
• Draft outbound subcontract agreements and negotiate terms.
• Mentor and train Contracts and Grants Officers and staff.
• Collaborate with IRB, Risk Management, Tech Transfer and GC for efficient project management.
• Adhere to policies and safeguard University assets.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes relevant to contracts portfolio.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Contract analysis

Independent judgment

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

ORA Contracts and Grants Officer 3 - Hybrid

Overview

The Office of the Vice Provost for Research & Scholarship, Office of Research Administration (ORA) has an exciting job opportunity for an ORA Contracts and Grants Officer 3 to work at the University of Miami.

CORE JOB SUMMARY

The ORA Contracts and Grants Officer 3 works independently to negotiate research contracts in adherence to sponsoring agency requirements and University of Miami policies. The ORA Contracts and Grants Officer 3 is responsible for providing institutional‑level sponsored research administration services to a portfolio of academic departments and research units among all University campuses. Furthermore, the Contracts and Grants Officer assists the Directors and other Office of Research Administration (ORA) leadership in the training, mentorship, oversight and management of the Contracts and Grants Officers within their applicable unit.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

Drafts, reviews, analyzes, and negotiates terms and conditions consistent with University guidelines for various types of research contracts from various sources, specifically focused on corporate/industry funded Clinical Research and Clinical Trial Agreements (as well as potentially other sources including:government and foundation) and, engages in negotiations to establish the financial, legal, and other contractual terms, on behalf of the University.

Provides guidance, support, and advice to faculty and staff regarding sponsored research administration issues, interpreting a broad range of internal and external policies, government regulations, and terms and conditions.

Responsible for drafting outbound subcontract agreements and negotiating the terms within, when applicable.

Provides mentorship and training to Contracts and Grants Officers and academic departmental staff.

Collaborates with other University units such as IRB (Human Subject Research Office), Risk Management, Technology Transfer, Export Control, General Counsel, and other relevant offices to ensure that sponsored research projects are managed in an efficient and effective manner.

Adheres to University and unit‑level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Remains abreast of regulatory changes relevant to contracts portfolio.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all‑inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field.Advanced degree preferred.

Certification and Licensing:

Certified Research Administrator (CRA) credential preferred but not required.

Experience:

Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in contracting. Sponsored research (specifically corporate/industry funded Clinical Research and Clinical Trial Agreements), unfunded research (CDAs, MTAs, DTUAs, unfunded collaborations, etc.), and outbound subaward agreement experience preferred. Any appropriate combination of relevant education and/or experience may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

Knowledge of University and Federal agency requirements including NIH, DOD, NSF, NASA, and DOE, Uniform Guidance, Export Control Regulations, and Federal Acquisition Regulations.

Ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an eagerness to help others.

Demonstrated professional experience and judgment to effectively serve faculty and sponsors while protecting, representing, and advancing the University's best interests.

Ability to work well under deadlines without sacrificing accuracy, customer service, collegiality, or ethics.

Strong analytical contract and negotiation skills.