Job Details

Research Contract Specialist, TTU

Position Number: 6221839
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Sponsored Programs, Grants, and Contracts

Research Contract Specialist, TTU
Lubbock
41075BR
Research Services

Position Description
Create, negotiate, review, and draft contractual agreements between Texas Tech University and federal, state, private, and foreign organizations. This position is for the Office of Research Services at Texas Tech University only.

Major/Essential Functions

Read, evaluate, draft, and negotiate complex legal documents in a timely manner and meet any and all applicable deadlines. These legal documents include, but are not limited to, research project award agreements, contracts, inter-agency agreements, non-disclosure agreements, material transfer agreements, and other documents. Review terms and conditions in draft contracts, requests for proposals, and funding program guidelines.
Identify and solve problems in the implementation and operation of sponsored projects.
Coordinate with internal offices regarding issues specific to sponsored projects. Specifically, coordinate with the Office of Research Commercialization regarding intellectual property issues and with the TTU Export Control Director and faculty regarding export control issues.
Develop familiarity with multiple online systems used by federal, state, and private agencies for the submission of proposals and management of awards. Coordinate the submission of project reports, as needed.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal and State of Texas laws and regulations related to the administration of sponsored projects. Review grant and contract documents for compatibility with institutional policies and procedures.
Use online search techniques to identify individuals and entities and obtain applicable contact information for research sponsors.
Assist and support staff in the Office of Research Services. Maintain effective and open communication with coworkers.
Coordinates and/or assists with other activities and special projects as requested by the Director and/or the Managing Director of the Office of Research Services.

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

Preferred Qualifications

Masters or JD degree or four years progressively advanced experience in administering federally sponsored research in an academic setting.
Education beyond Bachelor's level may substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Certified Research Administrator (CRA).

Special Instructions to Applicant

Minimum Hire Rate
4000

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

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.