Contract Negotiator I at Texas A&M University in College Station, TX

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Job Title Contract Negotiator I Agency Texas A&M University Department Sponsored Research Services Proposed Minimum Salary $5,000.00 monthly Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description 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 Sponsored Research Services (SRS) is a consortium of research administrators supporting Texas A&M University System members. We provide efficient and superior research administration services to members of The Texas A&M University System in Brazos County, Galveston and Qatar. SRS teams work with stakeholders to provide expertise and assistance with proposal submissions, in negotiation of external contracts, and in project administration throughout the life of the award. To learn more, visit https://vpr.tamu.edu/division-units/sponsored-research-services. What We Want The Contract Negotiator I negotiates contracts and assists with post-award contract administration. Writes and reviews agreements and negotiates with sponsors/subcontractors. This role reviews and negotiates terms and conditions of award documents to ensure compliance with the Texas A&M University System (TAMUS) policies, Federal and State laws and regulations, and sponsor guidelines. What You Need to Know Salary: $60,000/annually A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. Qualifications Required Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. No prior experience required. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in university setting, business or legal operations, or research experience. Experience in sponsored research projects management or contract negotiation. Proficient in MS Word and Excel. Ability to cultivate and maintain professional relationships with people of many backgrounds. 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 and knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets and database software. Ability to multi-task, work independently and work cooperatively with others. Responsibilities Contract Negotiation - Review and negotiate terms and conditions of unfunded agreements with sponsors and collaborators to ensure compliance with applicable policies, federal and state laws, and sponsor guidelines. Draft, review, and negotiate agreements including those related to intellectual property rights, publication rights, export control, confidentiality, and records retention. Work with senior negotiators or supervisors on non-standard or complex terms and conditions. Write and review standard agreements, subcontracts, and consulting agreements, and negotiate terms with sponsors. Collaborate with Office of Technology Commercialization, Office of General Counsel, TAMUS Risk and Compliance, and other relevant offices to ensure agreements comply with all guidelines. Contract Compliance Review and Modifications - Ensure all agreements are in compliance with state and federal laws, Texas A&M University System policies, and sponsor guidelines. Work closely with senior negotiators and direct supervisors to review and resolve compliance issues. Collaborate with relevant departments to address and resolve any contractual issues that arise. Prepare correspondence and complete requests to sponsors for modifications to existing agreements as needed. Documentation - Maintain all negotiations-related documentation in a negotiations database. Ensure records are updated regularly and accurately reflect the current status of each negotiation. Process negotiations in a timely manner and