Contract Negotiator

Posting Details

Posting Number: PG194847EP

Internal Recruitment:
No

Working Title:

Contract Negotiator

Anticipated Hiring Range: $65,000 - $75,000

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm, additional hours as necessary to meet all obligatory deadlines

Job Location:

Raleigh, NC

Department: ORI-Ofc of Sponsored Programs

The Office of Sponsored Programs ( OSP ) is NC State’s central administrative hub for institutional research administration. OSP provides enterprise‑level leadership and operational support across three core institutional areas:

• Institutional Pre‑Award Services
• Institutional Contract Negotiations
• Institutional Research Systems & Reporting

OSP oversees all institutional pre‑award and non‑financial post‑award activities, including proposal review, submission, negotiation, acceptance, and award management for more than 3,700 annual actions and over $500M in sponsored funding. The office leads the configuration, governance, and reporting infrastructure for the university’s research administration systems and partners closely with OPAFS , the Office of Research Commercialization, the Office of Information Technology, General Counsel, and academic units to ensure that NC State’s research enterprise operates with integrity, efficiency, and resilience.

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you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well‑being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work‑life balance with our Childcare benefits,
Wellness & Recreation Membership
, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer:
Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

The Contract Negotiator will support NC State University’s sponsored research and other sponsored activities by developing and negotiating agreements with external sponsors. The position will work across a range of federal, state, local, nonprofit, and other organizations to help establish agreements that support the University’s research, instruction, and sponsored activities while aligning with institutional policies and applicable requirements.

As the Contract Negotiator, you will apply subject‑matter knowledge and sound judgment to navigate complex agreements, work with internal and external stakeholders, and help reach terms that support both the University and its research community. You will play an important role in identifying and addressing institutional risk while ensuring agreements are clear, accurate, and well organized.

• Draft sponsored project agreements using standard University templates for incoming and outgoing projects.
• Review and negotiate external sponsors’ agreements to ensure terms are acceptable and compliant.
• Identify non‑conforming contract language and negotiate modifications to align with University, UNC System, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and negotiate subawards with external entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

• Analyze institutional risk tolerance and conduct subrecipient risk assessments.
• Interpret legal agreements and assess the…