Contract Officer

Job Summary

Managing the drafting, review, and negotiation of specialized research agreements, the Contract Officer will work remotely on a contract basis, ensuring compliance with federal and organizational mandates while balancing institutional interests.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage full-cycle contract negotiation, drafting, and finalizing various agreements using standard organizational templates
• Conduct rigorous risk analyses of complex contractual provisions, including intellectual property rights and export control regulations
• Lead discussions with external entities to resolve diverging positions, collaborating with principal investigators and internal stakeholders

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or equivalent professional experience
• Proven background in transactional legal work, including drafting and negotiating complex contracts
• U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Resident Status for handling federally regulated information
• Strong interpersonal skills with a track record of maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders
• Preferred qualifications include a Juris Doctorate (JD) degree and Certification in Research Administration (CRA)