Contract Officer, Business

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Position reviews, negotiates, and accepts unfunded contracts and related agreements for the University of Michigan.

Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care -- that's the heart of what drives people to work  some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.

The Office of Research and Sponsored Projects (ORSP) safeguards and advances U-M's research enterprise by providing its partners with efficient pre-award and non-financial post-award services for the compliant administration of externally sponsored grants, contracts, and ancillary agreements. ORSP aspires to be recognized across the globe as the leading provider of innovative, and high-value guidance on the conduct of sponsored research and other funded activities.

Under the leadership of the Assistant Director, Unfunded Agreements, this position is responsible for the following:

• Contract and Agreements Negotiation and Acceptance
• Agency and Industry Liaison
• Training, Professional Development, and Other Duties

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Resident Status: ORSP deals with export-controlled information, the handling of which is regulated by the U.S. Federal Government and access to which is restricted to U.S. Citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents.
• Experience negotiating contracts and agreements.
• Transactional legal experience drafting and redlining contracts and agreements.

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited institution or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of sponsor software systems (e.g. eRA Commons, Research.gov, Proposal Central, etc.).
• Familiarity with U-M policies and procedures related to research administration (including, but not limited to, accounting, purchasing, personnel, and regulatory compliance).
• Experience providing excellent customer service.
• Certification in Research Administration (CRA)

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.