Research Contracts Analyst

University of North Texas System; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Texas in Denton seeks a Contract Analyst to review standard contract terms, identify key provisions, and escalate non-standard issues. The role supports administration of research-related agreements with a primary focus on standard, lower-risk contracts, under guidance from senior staff.

Responsibilities include drafting and processing agreements, organizing documents, and ensuring compliance with FAR, DFARS, CFR, and university policies, while maintaining accurate data in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 2 years of contract-related experience or equivalent.
• Experience with research administration, grants management, or compliance is preferred.
• Ability to learn new contract review practices and applicable regulations.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and process standard, lower-risk research agreements using approved templates.
• Identify and summarize key terms; elevate non-standard or high-risk issues.
• Assist in regulatory/policy reviews (FAR, DFARS, CFR) and escalate questions.
• Support incorporation of standard flow-down provisions and maintain records.
• Coordinate agreement processing and communicate with stakeholders.

Skills

Contract terminology

Policy interpretation

Organizational skills

Written/verbal communication

MS Office skills

Contract management systems

Regulatory knowledge

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business / Public Administration / Research Administration / Legal Studies

Tools

Microsoft Office

Contract management systems

Job description

University of North Texas in Denton seeks a Contract Analyst to review standard contract terms, identify key provisions, and escalate non-standard issues. The role supports administration of research-related agreements with a primary focus on standard, lower-risk contracts, under guidance from senior staff.

Responsibilities include drafting and processing agreements, organizing documents, and ensuring compliance with FAR, DFARS, CFR, and university policies, while maintaining accurate data in