Senior Agreement & Contracts Specialist

National Laboratory of the Rockies; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

National Laboratory of the Rockies in Golden, CO seeks an experienced Agreement Specialist to negotiate complex, funded research contracts and licensing arrangements. The role is part of the Technology Transfer Office, collaborating with internal labs and DOE partners to move innovative ideas toward practical applications.

You will navigate contractual, business, legal, federal, and institutional requirements, enabling researchers and external partners to collaborate and secure funding for

Qualifications

• Experience negotiating complex, funded sponsored research agreements.
• Ability to work across industrial, utility, and academic partners.
• Strong understanding of contract terms and IP considerations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and execute NLR’s sponsored research agreements.
• Close complex contracts with external partners including industry, utilities, and academia.
• Coordinate drafting, negotiation, and oversight with multiple Lab offices and DOE stakeholders.
• Develop and improve processes and systems supporting partnering and commercialization.

Job description

National Laboratory of the Rockies in Golden, CO seeks an experienced Agreement Specialist to negotiate complex, funded research contracts and licensing arrangements. The role is part of the Technology Transfer Office, collaborating with internal labs and DOE partners to move innovative ideas toward practical applications.

You will navigate contractual, business, legal, federal, and institutional requirements, enabling researchers and external partners to collaborate and secure funding for