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Assistant Contracts Manager

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Location: Remote
Compensation: Hourly
Reviewed: Tue, Nov 03, 2026
This job expires in: 30 days

Job Summary

The full-time Assistant Contracts Manager will draft, review, and negotiate research-related agreements while managing a portfolio of funded and unfunded research agreements, with the potential for a remote work arrangement for qualified candidates.

Key responsibilities
  • Draft, review, and negotiate research-related agreements, collaborating with faculty and campus stakeholders
  • Contribute to agreement management improvements, including maintaining standard templates and tracking metrics
  • Support Grant and Contract Administrators with ancillary reviews and assist in training related to agreements
Required qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of related experience in research administration or contract administration
  • Working knowledge of research contracting principles and federal compliance requirements
  • Demonstrated experience in reviewing and negotiating research contracts
  • Familiarity with nonfederal sponsors and best practices in research contracting
  • Ability to organize multiple assignments and provide responsive service while applying University policies

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