Research Contracts Team Lead

• Lead, supervise, and develop a team of research contracts professionals
• Provide coaching, mentoring, performance feedback, and ongoing professional development
• Oversee review, drafting, negotiation, and execution of research-related agreements
• Provide expert guidance on contract interpretation, negotiation strategies, risk assessment, and complex contractual issues
• Serve as the primary escalation point for challenging negotiations and contractual issues
• Independently manage a portfolio of complex research agreements
• Collaborate with faculty, researchers, administrators, legal counsel, sponsors, industry partners, and University stakeholders
• Identify negotiation challenges, contractual risks, and process inefficiencies
• Develop and implement negotiation practices, team procedures, and process improvements
• Support the Director of Research Contracts in assessing team performance and advancing departmental goals
• Maintain accurate contract documentation and records in contract and grants management systems
• Foster teamwork, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

• Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, legal studies, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of experience in research contracting, research administration, or a related field
• Demonstrated experience negotiating sponsored research and other research-related agreements
• 2+ years supervising employees or leading a team
• Demonstrated ability to provide direction, coaching, and performance management
• Expert knowledge of research agreement types, contracting principles, negotiation practices, and compliance considerations
• Strong understanding of applicable federal and non-federal regulations and sponsor requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to manage multiple complex assignments in a deadline-driven environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and contract or grants management systems
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships, exercise sound judgment, and lead effectively in ambiguous or changing circumstances
• Cover letter highlighting research contract negotiation experience and supervisory responsibilities required for full consideration

• Remote work available
• Professional development opportunities
• Coaching and mentoring
• Equal opportunity employment
• Supportive, mission-driven work environment