Contract Negotiator Ii - College Station, United States - Texas A&M University

Texas A&M University
Texas A&M University
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College Station, United States

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Description

Job Title
Contract Negotiator II


Agency
Texas A&M University


Department
Sponsored Research Services


Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate


Job Location
College Station, Texas


Job Type
Staff


Our Commitment


Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.

Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are:
Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service


Who We Are

What We Want

What You Need To Know
Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire's experience.

A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.


Position Details:
Hybrid/

Remote Work Option:

Due to the nature of this position, a hybrid or remote work arrangement may be available for workplace flexibility.


Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:


  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Two years' experience in contract administration and/or research administration.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:


  • Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, interpersonal, proofreading, and time management skills.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
  • Proofreading skills.
  • Experience using word processing, spreadsheets and database software.
  • Ability to multitask, work independently and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:


  • Juris Doctor (JD degree), or other relevant postgraduate degree.
  • Certified Research Administrator Certification (CRA).
  • Experience in university setting and/or business or legal operations.
  • Experience in sponsored research projects management or contract negotiation.
  • Proficient in MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities
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Contract Negotiation:


  • Independently reviews and negotiates terms and conditions of award documents and contractual agreements with sponsors/subawardees to ensure compliance with applicable policies, Federal and State laws and regulations, as well as sponsor guidelines. Works with senior negotiators or supervisor as needed on nonstandard or complex documents. Writes and reviews agreements and negotiates with sponsors/subcontractors for the terms and conditions of sponsored agreements, to include, but not limited to publications rights, intellectual property rights, export control, payment terms, and records retention. Writes standard and some more complex agreements, subawards, and other agreements when such agreements are not provided by the sponsor, and negotiates agreements' terms with sponsors. Reviews and writes exceptions for Request for Proposal preaward documents. Provides guidance and mentoring to less experienced contract negotiators.
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Contract Compliance Review:


  • Works closely with more senior negotiators and direct supervisor to ensure that all agreements are in compliance with the following: all laws (State and Federal), policies and guidelines, Texas A&M University System, and sponsor guidelines. Works collaboratively, under mínimal supervision, with the Office of Technology Commercialization, Office of General Counsel, TAMUS Risk and Compliance, and members' offices.
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Documentation:


  • Maintains all negotiationrelated documentation in negotiations database. Ensures that all records are updated regularly and that documentation represents the current status of each negotiation. Ensures that all negotiations are processed in a timely fashion and that all parties to the negotiation are kept apprised of the status. Provides some guidance and mentoring to less experienced contract negotiators regarding documentation management. Under mínimal supervision, prepares correspondence and completes requests to sponsors to modify existing agreements.

Why Texas A&M University?

  • Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.
Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our _core values _which are:
Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. _

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.

Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.

Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

  • Health, dental, vision, life and longterm disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
days of annual paid holidays

  • Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
  • Automatically enrollment in the Teacher
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