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Senior Research Contract Specialist

Texas Tech University

Lubbock, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$53,900–$70,100 Per Year
SKILLS
Academic Research, Adobe Acrobat, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Contract Analysis, Contract Creation, Contract Management, Contract Requirements, Contract Review, Documentation, Environmental Research, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Federal Laws and Regulations, Funding, Intellectual Property (IP), Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Legal, Legal Documents, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Negotiation Skills, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Request for Proposals (RFP), Research Administration, Research Contracts, Risk Analysis, Safety Compliance, Safety/Work Safety, Security Compliance, Staff Training, State Laws and Regulations, Time Management
LOCATION
Lubbock, TX
POSTED
1 day ago

Major/Essential Functions

  • Review, draft, negotiate, and approve complex sponsored research agreements, contracts, and related legal documents while ensuring timely completion and compliance with institutional requirements. These legal documents include, but are not limited to, research project award agreements, Federal contracts and subcontracts, inter-agency agreements, non-disclosure agreements, master agreements, consortium agreements, material transfer agreements and other documents.
  • Analyze contract terms and conditions, identify institutional risks, and communicate required revisions or exceptions to sponsors and funding agencies.
  • Ensure contractual compliance requirements are identified and verify that appropriate institutional controls and processes are in place to meet obligations.
  • Review terms and conditions in draft contracts, requests for proposals and funding program guidelines and provide the required documentation to communicate the institutions exceptions.
  • Collaborate with the Office of Research Commercialization to address intellectual property provisions and related matters in sponsored research agreements.
  • Coordinate with the TTU Export and Security Compliance Director and faculty investigators to resolve export control considerations associated with research projects and agreements.
  • Facilitate and monitor the submission of required project reports and other sponsor deliverables throughout the award lifecycle.
  • Maintain expertise in federal and state regulations governing sponsored programs, including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), agency-specific supplements, and Texas laws.
  • Utilize and maintain proficiency in electronic research administration systems used by federal, state, and private sponsors for proposal submission and award management.
  • Provide leadership and operational support within the Office of Research Services by assisting with staff training, mentoring contract specialists and research administrators, solving complex award management issues, and contributing to other activities and special projects as assigned by the Assistant Vice President and/or the Director of Research Services.


Grant Funded?

No

Pay Basis

Monthly

Schedule Details

M-F 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Work Location

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications

Masters degree or JD and four years progressively advance experience in administering federally sponsored research in an academic setting. Education beyond bachelors level may substitute for required experience on a year-for-year
basis.

Department

Research Services

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Shift

Day

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and at least three years of legal experience or seven years of contract review experience. Additional job related experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
 

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

About the University

Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas — hard work, grit and authenticity — the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

Job Family

Research Administration

Job Sub Family

Research Compliance

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The attributes required to perform the job that are generally demonstrated through qualifying service,
education, or training. Technical knowledge of the broad range of research administration; deep understanding of research and the university environment; experience addressing research administration issues in a complex organization; ability to balance federal, state and local regulations with practical needs and limitations; ability to use, format, edit and track changes in Word, Adobe(pdf files), and Excel; strong time-management and organization skills; and exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Annualized Pay Range

$53,900 - $70,100 - $86,200

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