Contracts Specialist
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Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Position Title Contracts Specialist Classification Title Sponsored Programs Associate I Department Sponsored Projects Services Posting Number R240253 Posting Link Employer Research Foundation Position Type RF Professional Type Full-Time Appointment Term Salary Grade E.3Posting Detail InformationPosition SummaryThe Contracts Specialist is an entry-level position responsible for administering, drafting, reviewing, and negotiating simple agreements in support of sponsored research activity in the department of Sponsored Project Services at the University at Buffalo. This role is designed to ensure compliance with institutional policies, Research Foundation guidelines, and applicable laws, while providing crucial support for sponsored research contracts. The Contracts Specialist will work under supervision but is expected to develop proficiency in handling a variety of routine contracts and agreements. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to begin or further develop their career in research contract administration.Key Responsibilities:* Administer and Draft Contracts: Assist in the preparation, review, and negotiation of simple agreements, including sponsored research agreements, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), and material transfer agreements (MTAs).* Compliance and Policy Adherence: Ensure that all agreements comply with University, Research Foundation, and sponsor policies, as well as applicable legal and regulatory requirements.* Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with faculty, department administrators, legal counsel, and external sponsors to gather necessary information and facilitate contract execution.* Risk Assessment and Issue Resolution: Identify potential risks and issues in contracts and provide recommendations for resolution or mitigation strategies.* Support Research Activity: Assist in the processing and management of contracts that support sponsored research initiatives at the University, ensuring timely and accurate contract handling.* Document Management: Maintain accurate records of all contracts and related documentation, ensuring that proper approval processes are followed and documented.Outstanding Benefits PackageWorking at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit - all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. We support your growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization. Learn more about our benefit packages.About The University at BuffaloThe University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America's leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.Minimum Qualifications* Bachelor's degree in a related field and 2 or more years' experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.* Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple contracts and projects simultaneously.* Familiarity with basic legal principles and contract language, with a willingness to learn specific institutional and sponsor policies.* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders.* Ability to work collaboratively within a team and contribute to the overall efficiency of the office.Preferred Qualifications* Experience in contract administration, especially within higher education or research environments.* Familiarity with sponsored research agreements or university administration is a plus.Physical Demands Salary Range $61,000 - $66,000 Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate. Work Hours37.5 hours per weekCampus North Campus Posting Alerts Special Instructions Summary Is a background check required for this posting? No Background Check NotificationContact InformationContact's Name Stacey Brown Contact's Pronouns she/her Contact's Title HR Assistant Contact's Email ...@buffalo.edu Contact's Phone 716-###-####Posting DatesPosted 11/07/2024 Deadline for applicants Open Until Filled Date to be filledReferencesNumber of references required 3 Reference Cutoff Date Instructions to Applicant