University of Utah
Sponsored Projects Grants & Contracts Officer
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Sponsored Projects Grants & Contracts Officer
Job Title:
Sponsored Projects Grants & Contracts OfficerJob Grade:
FFLSA Code:
AdministrativeStandard Hours per Week:
40Full Time or Part Time:
Full TimeShift:
DayWork Schedule Summary:
Monday through Friday; 8:00 am – 5:00 pmREMOTE WORK OPPORTUNITY: Preference will be provided to residents in the state of Utah but residents within the United States will be considered.Department:
00644 - Office of Sponsored ProjectsLocation:
Salt Lake City, UTPay Rate Range:
$70,000 - $85,000Close Date:
Open Until FilledJob Summary:
The Contracts Officer will draft and negotiate agreements with extramural partners (industry, state and federal government, foundations and non-profits, etc.) in support of sponsored project activity at the University. This position supports faculty in their efforts to secure and manage extramural support; the University to meet program objectives and legal, ethical, and financial requirements; and partnerships with sponsors. The position is also responsible for managing the sponsored project activity reporting process.Responsibilities:Work with faculty, staff, and a variety of external sponsors to create contracts for sponsored project activity at the University.Assist faculty and staff in preparation of contract proposals.Review and interpret sponsoring agency policies, rules, and regulations.Perform pre-negotiation fact-finding to support negotiations.Review, interpret, draft and negotiate sponsored agreements.Track and manage agreement workflow through signing.Ensure contracts meet legal, ethical, and financial standards of the University.Establish and implement a system to regularly review all agreements and current multi-year gift agreements to ensure compliance.Facilitate the regular collection of information and metrics related to the contracting and sponsored project management process.Respond to faculty, staff, and sponsor inquiries.Act as OSP liaison with the University’s Office of General Counsel on legal matters.Act as an OSP liaison with University leadership and other research administration and compliance offices.Use information systems to track and manage sponsored agreements through the project lifecycle.Serve as the primary resource for campus-wide research administration professionals and external interested parties.Ensure that University practice and policy related to sponsored contracts reflect current laws and regulations.Other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field, or equivalency required (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Two years experience working with federal or private funding agencies on grants, contracts or other agreements required. The ability to work independently under pressure and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.Preferences:Advanced knowledge of contracting and related processes.Demonstrated understanding of university research environment and policies.Experience with university research administration or related experience preferred.Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize a variety of tasks.Additional Information:
The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.
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Job Title:
Sponsored Projects Grants & Contracts OfficerJob Grade:
FFLSA Code:
AdministrativeStandard Hours per Week:
40Full Time or Part Time:
Full TimeShift:
DayWork Schedule Summary:
Monday through Friday; 8:00 am – 5:00 pmREMOTE WORK OPPORTUNITY: Preference will be provided to residents in the state of Utah but residents within the United States will be considered.Department:
00644 - Office of Sponsored ProjectsLocation:
Salt Lake City, UTPay Rate Range:
$70,000 - $85,000Close Date:
Open Until FilledJob Summary:
The Contracts Officer will draft and negotiate agreements with extramural partners (industry, state and federal government, foundations and non-profits, etc.) in support of sponsored project activity at the University. This position supports faculty in their efforts to secure and manage extramural support; the University to meet program objectives and legal, ethical, and financial requirements; and partnerships with sponsors. The position is also responsible for managing the sponsored project activity reporting process.Responsibilities:Work with faculty, staff, and a variety of external sponsors to create contracts for sponsored project activity at the University.Assist faculty and staff in preparation of contract proposals.Review and interpret sponsoring agency policies, rules, and regulations.Perform pre-negotiation fact-finding to support negotiations.Review, interpret, draft and negotiate sponsored agreements.Track and manage agreement workflow through signing.Ensure contracts meet legal, ethical, and financial standards of the University.Establish and implement a system to regularly review all agreements and current multi-year gift agreements to ensure compliance.Facilitate the regular collection of information and metrics related to the contracting and sponsored project management process.Respond to faculty, staff, and sponsor inquiries.Act as OSP liaison with the University’s Office of General Counsel on legal matters.Act as an OSP liaison with University leadership and other research administration and compliance offices.Use information systems to track and manage sponsored agreements through the project lifecycle.Serve as the primary resource for campus-wide research administration professionals and external interested parties.Ensure that University practice and policy related to sponsored contracts reflect current laws and regulations.Other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field, or equivalency required (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Two years experience working with federal or private funding agencies on grants, contracts or other agreements required. The ability to work independently under pressure and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.Preferences:Advanced knowledge of contracting and related processes.Demonstrated understanding of university research environment and policies.Experience with university research administration or related experience preferred.Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize a variety of tasks.Additional Information:
The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.
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