Sponsored Research Contract Specialist

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vision & Dental options

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking an Industry Sponsored Contract Specialist in Austin to draft, review, and negotiate sponsored research agreements and subcontracts. You will coordinate with multiple offices to ensure compliance with UT policies and applicable laws, while maintaining detailed documentation in UT Research Management Suite.

Ideal candidates will have six years of experience, strong communication skills, and a thorough understanding of federal/state guidelines and

Qualifications

• Six years of experience drafting and negotiating sponsored research agreements.
• Experience with federal, state, and university policies and regulations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate sponsored research and sub-award agreements.
• Ensure compliance with university policies and applicable laws.
• Coordinate with offices such as ORSP, Risk Management, and Legal Affairs.
• Maintain documentation in UT Research Management Suite and related systems.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Contract drafting

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

UTRMS

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking an Industry Sponsored Contract Specialist in Austin to draft, review, and negotiate sponsored research agreements and subcontracts. You will coordinate with multiple offices to ensure compliance with UT policies and applicable laws, while maintaining detailed documentation in UT Research Management Suite.

Ideal candidates will have six years of experience, strong communication skills, and a thorough understanding of federal/state guidelines and