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Rutgers University

Contract Negotiator

Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, us, 08933


Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting TitleContract Negotiator

Job CategoryStaff & Executive - Legal

DepartmentResearch Contract Services

OverviewRutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Posting SummaryRutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Contract Negotiator for the Office for Research.

The Office for Research's mission is to support the research, scholarship, and creative endeavors of all Rutgers faculty. The Office accomplishes its mission by convening with academic and research leaders, providing integrated, user-focused resources, services, and tools, and partnering with faculty.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:Supports Rutgers' sponsored program and research contracting efforts; including but not limited to reviewing, interpreting, analyzing, drafting and negotiating research, clinical trial, service, material transfer, nondisclosure/confidentiality, collaborative, subcontracts, and other sponsored program and research- related contracts.

Supports the research community with expert contract management services to grow the University's research enterprise and establish and strengthen strategic alliances with its sponsors.

Administration and management of sponsored program and research-related contract.

Develops negotiation strategy for each contract engagement.

Negotiates contracts with external parties and draft contracts in compliance with Rutgers policies, values, operations, and applicable laws and regulations.

Prepares final contracts for execution by the Institution's Authorized Official.

Maintains and preserves Rutgers stakeholder relations with timely follow-up and professionalism.

Identifies, evaluates, and resolves sponsor/ faculty/departmental concerns related to contracts and contract lifecycle management.

Maintains accurate and complete contract negotiation files/history, significant telephone conversation summaries, contract files.

Position StatusFull Time

Hours Per Week

Daily Work ShiftDay

Work Arrangement

FLSAExempt

Grade07

Position Salary

Annual Minimum Salary91297.00

Annual Mid Range Salary115559.00

Annual Maximum Salary139821.00

Standard Hours37.50

Union DescriptionAdmin Assembly (MPSC)

Payroll DesignationPeopleSoft

BenefitsRutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to

http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview .

Seniority Unit

Terms of AppointmentStaff - 12 month

Position Pension EligibilityABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree or the equivalent.

At least five (5) years contract management experience in industry or academia.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Paralegal certificate or degree, Juris Doctor.

Knowledge of contract law and contract construction principles, contract drafting, contract negotiation skills,

FAR / DFARS .

Equipment UtilizedHuron Click/Commerce software for all contracts. DocuSign, Adobe, Microsoft Suite, i.e. Excel, Word, etc.

Physical Demands and Work EnvironmentOffice environment.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number24ST2475

Posting Open Date10/21/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional CampusRutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location CampusOff Campus

CityPiscataway

StateNJ

Location Details

Pre-employment ScreeningsAll offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization RequirementsUnder Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption.

Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity StatementIt is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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