Research Contract Negotiator & Grants Specialist (Hybrid)

Mines; Golden (CO); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible health and dental care

13 paid holidays per year

Tuition benefits for employees

Fully vested retirement plan on first

Job summary

Colorado School of Mines in Golden, CO, is seeking a Contract Administrator to draft and negotiate sponsor agreements within the Office of Research Administration. This hybrid role requires coordinating with faculty, reviewing complex agreements, and managing subcontracts and data entry in ORA systems.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree with relevant research administration experience; a Master’s or Juris Doctorate is preferred for senior levels, with strong knowledge of government

Qualifications

• Contract Administrator II requires a Bachelor's Degree and at least 3 years of research administration experience; knowledge of government regulations.
• Contract Administrator III requires a Bachelor's Degree, substantial research administration experience, knowledge and application of government regulations, and experience drafting and reviewing research agreements.

Responsibilities

• Contract and Grant Review and Negotiation: analyze and negotiate sponsor terms; ensure compliance with regulations.
• Contract and Grant Management: oversee changes and risk assessments; coordinate with faculty and manage awards.
• Subcontracts: initiate, negotiate, and manage research subcontracts; ensure compliance.
• Institutional Data Repository: ensure accurate data entry and upload agreements and approvals into ORA systems.
• Communication & Outreach: build relationships with faculty and sponsors; interpret regulations and explain contracting processes.

Skills

Negotiation

Risk assessment

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Colorado School of Mines in Golden, CO, is seeking a Contract Administrator to draft and negotiate sponsor agreements within the Office of Research Administration. This hybrid role requires coordinating with faculty, reviewing complex agreements, and managing subcontracts and data entry in ORA systems.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree with relevant research administration experience; a Master’s or Juris Doctorate is preferred for senior levels, with strong knowledge of government