Sponsored Research Contracts Lead

Georgia Institute of Technology; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Contract Officer for Sponsored Programs at Georgia Tech will manage the negotiation, execution, and administration of contracts for research funding and sponsored programs, ensuring compliance with institutional policies and federal regulations.

You will guide faculty and researchers through the contracting process, answer questions, support award monitoring, and help ensure timely, transparent sponsorship of research initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze research proposals to ensure compliance with sponsor requirements.
• Negotiate contract terms with funding agencies to protect the institution's interests.
• Draft, edit, and finalize research contracts to ensure clarity and alignment with policies.
• Provide guidance to faculty and researchers throughout contracting.
• Monitor and manage compliance of awarded contracts.

Job description

The Contract Officer for Sponsored Programs at Georgia Tech will manage the negotiation, execution, and administration of contracts for research funding and sponsored programs, ensuring compliance with institutional policies and federal regulations.

You will guide faculty and researchers through the contracting process, answer questions, support award monitoring, and help ensure timely, transparent sponsorship of research initiatives.