Sponsored Research Contracts Specialist

Florida Atlantic University; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

State retirement options

Paid time off

Job summary

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Contract Administrator in Boca Raton, FL to draft, review, negotiate, and administer sponsored research agreements. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, sponsor, and institutional requirements while maintaining strong relationships with faculty, staff, sponsors, and collaborators.

The position supports the Office of Sponsored Programs, coordinates with General Counsel and internal offices, and contributes to process improvements in contract

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Bachelor plus two years of relevant experience required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and sponsor regulations incl. Uniform Guidance.
• Experience in contract management, drafting, negotiation, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, redline, and negotiate externally funded research agreements, amendments, and non-financial agreements (NDAs, MOUs).
• Coordinate with General Counsel and internal offices on IP, indemnification, publication rights, data use, confidentiality, and compliance.
• Obtain required legal approvals and facilitate execution of contracts.
• Serve as backup for subaward issuance and subaward process.
• Provide guidance on contracting issues to OSP staff and stakeholders.
• Improve internal contract and subaward processes in line with policies.
• Maintain accurate records and logs related to contracts and subawards.
• Stay updated on evolving regulations and sponsor requirements.
• Attend regional meetings and professional development activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Regulatory knowledge

Contract management

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Compliance

Collaboration

Research administration

Grants management

Education

Master's degree in related field

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience

Job description

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Contract Administrator in Boca Raton, FL to draft, review, negotiate, and administer sponsored research agreements. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, sponsor, and institutional requirements while maintaining strong relationships with faculty, staff, sponsors, and collaborators.

The position supports the Office of Sponsored Programs, coordinates with General Counsel and internal offices, and contributes to process improvements in contract