Senior Federal Research Contracts Manager

Stony Brook; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Stony Brook University seeks a Senior Research Contracts & Federal Agreements Officer to manage drafting, negotiation, and execution of federal and industry-sponsored research contracts. The role interfaces with RF, ORI, OGM, IPP, and sponsors to ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

The incumbent will oversee contract administration, contribute to proposal development, and lead a team, delivering accurate, timely processing in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher, or equivalent
• Three years negotiating diverse research contracts/awards
• One year administering research grants or contracts in research administration
• Experience with federal research contracts and complex agreements (OTAs, SBIR/STTRs)

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and execute federal and other research agreements
• Oversee agreement administration and contract workflow
• Assist in proposal development and budget planning for research projects
• Supervise or train staff and manage performance within the team

Skills

Federal contracts

Negotiation

Research administration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Minuet

Salesforce

Onbase

Huron/MyResearch

Job description

Stony Brook University seeks a Senior Research Contracts & Federal Agreements Officer to manage drafting, negotiation, and execution of federal and industry-sponsored research contracts. The role interfaces with RF, ORI, OGM, IPP, and sponsors to ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

The incumbent will oversee contract administration, contribute to proposal development, and lead a team, delivering accurate, timely processing in a fast-paced environment.