Director, Office of Research Contracts - Tucson, United States - University of Arizona

University of Arizona

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Tucson, United States

2 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Posting Number
- req19255
Department

Office of Research Contracts
Department Website LinkLocation*
Main Campus
Address
Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights

Research, Innovation and Impact at the University of Arizona is in search of a Director, Office of Research Contracts.

The Director reports to the Vice President, Operations and is responsible for negotiating complex agreements and contracts for sponsored funding and other types of support for the university's research and educational mission.

The incumbent will lead a team of contract professionals in supporting the University of Arizona research community in securing grants and contracts.

Is responsible for strategic planning and continuous quality improvement; aids in interpreting terms and conditions as well as sponsor requirements in grants and contracts; directs the negotiation of contract and grant terms and conditions for acceptance by the institution; advises the institution on matters relating to laws, rules, regulations and policies pertaining to management of contracts and grants; provide institutional signature for award documents.

Recommends objectives, policies and plans for the area of responsibility with senior leadership.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more_

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

Duties & responsibilities:

Provides leadership, direction and management for the Office of Research Contracts to provide customer service to the faculty, staff, and students engaged in research and educational activities.
Manages departmental budget and expenditures.
Acts as contracting signing authority.
Conducts negotiations and finalizes complex agreements with industry, federal, state and local government agencies, and nonprofit organizations.
Negotiates intellectual property and publication rights, confidentiality, indemnification, jurisdiction/governing law, and payment terms.
Identifies contractual and policy issues regarding compliance, conflicts of interest, and accounting while raising issues to appropriate University officials and providing follow through until resolved.
Resolves contractual problems that develop during course of projects by consulting with investigators, staff and sponsors.
Reviews and revises standard agreements to reflect changes in University policies, Federal regulations, and laws.
Works with other research administration and compliance units on common policies, procedures, and best practices.
Works with staff to ensure appropriate and timely data collection on agreement activities.
Manages agreement performance metrics.
Participates in the development and delivery of training and outreach programs.
Informs, advises, and collaborates with the senior RII leadership, UA leadership, external business partners, and state and federal agency representatives to establish and oversee UA research requirements and ensures that they are aligned with federal and state laws and regulations.
Manages and supervisors a team of contracting professionals including recruitment, staff training, coaching and development, and performance management.
Additional duties may be assigned.

Knowledge, skills & abilities:

Ability to manage multiple negotiations and work efficiently under pressure
Demonstrated ability to network and consensus build with internal and external stakeholders
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups and to provide leadership and direction
Ability to work as a team member demonstrating selfreliance and resourcefulness

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and a Minimum of 9 years of related work experience, including 5 years of managerial experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Experience leading a team, project, program, or function is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated leadership experience in a related field
Experience with federal, state and nonprofit and industry contract negotiation and management
Master's degree

FLSA

Exempt
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
40
Job FTE
1.0
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
Research
Benefits Eligible

Yes

Full Benefits
Rate of Pay

- $117,883 - $153,248
Compensation Type
- salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade

13
Compensation Guidance
The
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