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University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Senior Contract Manager, Grants and Contracts, Sponsored Programs

University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Las Vegas, Nevada, us, 89105


The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Senior Contract Manager, Grants and Contracts, Sponsored Programs [R0144804].ROLE of the POSITION

The Senior Contract Manager in UNLV's Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) reports to the Associate Director for Grants and Contracts and is responsible for negotiating contracts with representatives of industry, federal and local governments, non-profit foundations and other universities. This position will manage research and other sponsored and unfunded contract activities for UNLV. The Senior Contract Manager has wide-ranging, in-depth, experience in research administration and is an organization-wide expert. This position develops, structures, negotiates and administers contractual agreements that establish business relationships with sponsors, subrecipients, collaborators and/or providers; and will have primary responsibility for negotiation and management of the most complex contracts, awards and non-financial post-award activities. The Senior Contract Manager is a lead advisor to UNLV faculty and staff, OSP leadership, Division of Research and the Office of General Counsel regarding the most complex contracts, including unfunded collaboration agreements, that are of critical importance to the UNLV. The Senior Contract Manager assesses and mitigates institutional risk; ensures institutional commitments of resources and compliance obligations are consistent with UNLV and sponsor policy. The Senior Contract Manager represents OSP and UNLV in system-wide initiatives with research sponsors and professional advocacy organizations. The Senior Contract Manager communicates with professionalism, demonstrating exceptional skill and experience, enthusiasm, positive problem solving, commitment and loyalty to the profession and the University. The Senior Contract Manager demonstrates specialized subject matter expertise and serves as the campus expert with a primary focus in research administration compliance combined with responsibilities in one or more areas such as: Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR); Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS); state or county or city contracts; subcontracts; intellectual property; clinical trials; data use and privacy; Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA); indirect costs (facilities and administration) costs; research administration systems; non-profit/foundation sponsor agreements; and/or other specialty. The Senior Contract Manager develops strategies to address complex problems and recommends and drafts changes to policies, processes and resources. Under delegated authority from the Board of Regents, Nevada System of Higher Education, the Office of the President, and the Vice President for Research, OSP has institutional authority to solicit, accept, and execute research agreements and related documents for government, foreign, industry and non-profit sponsored project activities. The Senior Contract Manager will supervise the Contract Manager(s) positions within the Grants and Contracts post award. OSP serves as the institutional point of contact for funding agency and external entity representatives as well as relevant regulatory officials. OSP has primary responsibility for the interpretation of University-wide and campus policy, sponsor guidelines, and applicable federal and state laws and regulations related to sponsored activities.Primary Job Duties

Review, processes and negotiates assigned agreements.Routinely work with the Office of General Counsel, the Office of Economic Development, the Office of Research Integrity and other university administrative offices.Coordinates and leads negotiations with internal stakeholders, sponsors, and other partners.Advise, assist, and provide training to faculty and other study personnel about policies, procedures, forms, laws and regulations related to university agreements.Implements internal controls to assure sound contractual management and compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR, DFARS), Uniform Guidance, internal and external audits, UNLV policies and procedures and any and all applicable laws, regulations, and special restrictions.Advises campus leadership regarding assessment of private sector collaborations and contracts in terms of legal implications and various alternative negotiating tactics and strategies.Keeps abreast of developments in US and foreign intellectual property law and other laws affecting University-private sector/government business activities.Serves as primary representative on relevant advisory committees and or working groups, both local and system-wide.Interprets and communicates existing policy and new legislation to campus departments, in collaboration with leadership.Institutes and maintains proactive communications and educational programs for the campus community.Directs in-service training courses for staff covering material policies and procedures.Assures delivery of written and web-based training materials.Creates material for the OSP website and contracts page.Plans and implements improvements based on customer feedback.Builds and maintains effective relationships with Principal Investigators, Deans, Directors, and Administrators, as well as General Counsel and NSHE Legal to provide information, assist in problem solving, and assess customer satisfaction.Coach more junior staff on negotiations, tips, and best practices.Supervise Contract Manager(s).Serve as Back-up when Contract Manager is on leave.Lead the development and delivery of on-going training sessions to: 1) internal OSP staff; 2) campus departmental research administrators; 3) NSHE system-wide audiences; and 4) external professional national conferences (NCURA, SRA, etc.).Develop and lead special projects and participate in organizational or campus-wide initiatives as an OSP representative and recognized expert in the field. Identify challenges related to research administration that require special attention and propose proactive approaches.Serve as a campus and system-wide expert resource for rare or highly complex problems in award negotiation and project performance; determine potential solutions; and present viable options to executive leadership.Negotiate highly complex award terms and conditions applying expert knowledge of high priority institutional issues such as publication rights, indirect costs, UNLV intellectual property ownership, patent rights, and exploitation rights, data ownership, indemnification, jurisdiction, use of the University's name, and protection of research subjects (animal and human), and employing expert knowledge of Federal Uniform Guidance, state, and other agency policies.Utilize expert interpretation and superior negotiation skills for the most complex and unique bilateral agreements (contracts, subcontracts, unfunded agreements), in accordance with University policy and procedure.Independently interpret, manage, coordinate and resolve the most complex legal, compliance, and financial issues throughout the lifecycle of a contract.Advise on department and organizational policy and procedure to address unprecedented issues arising from research transactions or activities. Independently identify areas in the field where new regulations need to be better understood, developed, or implemented.Performs other duties as assigned.Assists with contract issues that may arise with other research administration duties in Grants and Contracts.Complies with all Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) and University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) policies and standards.This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and 7–9 years of experience in contract negotiations, sponsored programs, and/or Higher Education. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Certified Research Administrator (CRA) and 1-3 years of supervisory/management experience.SALARY RANGE

Salary range $110,000 - $130,000, dependent on experience.BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

Generous compensation packages, up to 48 days of paid time off, sick leave, and holidays.Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision.No state income tax.Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs.Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools.Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.PERKS

Flexible work schedule (depending on your department).Employee recognition and appreciation programs.Personal and professional development opportunities.UNLV athletics ticket discounts.Statewide employee purchase program discounts.RebelCard discounts on and off campus.Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost.Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles.HOW TO APPLY

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates’ materials will begin on November 4th, 2024. Materials should be addressed to Hallie Lyons, Search Committee Chair, and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu.SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATE

UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, “R0144804” in the search box. If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada. Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.For more information, visit us online at: http://www.unlv.eduEEO/AA STATEMENT

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible.TITLE IX STATEMENT

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Box 451062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Frank and Estella Beam Hall (BEH) Room 553, Telephone: (702) 895-4055; Email: titleixcoordinator@unlv.edu, or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX: 202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: OCR@ed.gov; or to both.Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage.SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.JOB CATEGORY

Administrative FacultyExempt: YesFull-Time Equivalent: 100.0%Required Attachment(s)

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant: This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment. All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided). Recruitments that provide a work schedule are subject to change based on organizational needs.

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