Senior Contracts & Research Agreements Lead

Texas A&M University System Offices; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 57,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

The Texas A&M University System Offices in College Station, Texas, is seeking a Senior Contract Negotiator I to independently review, draft, negotiate, and administer a broad range of agreements to support research, collaboration and institutional activities.

This role requires a bachelor's degree with four years of professional experience in contract negotiations or law, plus strong communication and multitasking abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four years of professional experience in the practice of law, contract negotiations, or any combination thereof.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, interpersonal, proofreading and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Proofreading skills and experience using word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Responsibilities

• Independently review and negotiate terms and conditions of standard and complex contractual agreements to ensure compliance with TAMUS policies, Federal and State laws, regulations and other applicable guidelines.
• Independently draft, review and negotiate terms and conditions of non-sponsored research and related agreements.
• Review sponsored research agreements for risk, accuracy, and compliance and resolve contracting issues prior to signature by the Vice Chancellor for Research or designee.
• Process non-standard intellectual property waivers from System members for Vice Chancellor approval.
• Draft and submit proposal exceptions as requested.
• Serve as an expert in the interpretation of federal, state or other contract regulations including applicable System policies and regulations.
• Maintain contracts and all negotiations-related documentation in the research administration database, MAESTRO.
• Participate in professional development activities to remain current with relevant TAMUS, State and Federal guidelines and regulations.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

The Texas A&M University System Offices in College Station, Texas, is seeking a Senior Contract Negotiator I to independently review, draft, negotiate, and administer a broad range of agreements to support research, collaboration and institutional activities.

This role requires a bachelor's degree with four years of professional experience in contract negotiations or law, plus strong communication and multitasking abilities.