Contract Negotiator

Agency

Department

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service

Who We Are

Sponsored Research Services (SRS) provides research administration services to The Texas A&M University System. We further the research goals of the university by delivering efficient and superior service to members of the Texas A&M System research community. Through our services, SRS teams work with several stakeholders to ensure the success of research projects. To learn more, visit https://vpr.tamu.edu/division-units/sponsored-research-services.

What We Want

Contract Negotiators at SRS negotiate agreements and assist with post-award contract administration. This includes but isn’t limited to writing and reviewing agreements, negotiating with sponsors/subcontractors, reviewing terms and conditions of funding agreements from federal, state, foreign, non-profit and industry sponsors and unfunded agreements such as non-disclosure agreements, material transfer agreements, collaboration agreements, and data use/data transfer agreements, collaborating with a variety of stakeholders regarding documentation approval and review, and ensuring compliance with The Texas A&M University System (TAMUS) policies, Federal and State laws and regulations, and sponsor guidelines.

What You Need To Know

Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire’s experience.

We have multiple openings, so please include your work history with brief details by attaching a resume or completing the application.

Qualifications

We are recruiting for all levels of Contract Negotiators.

Required Education and Experience

Minimum qualifications for a Contract Negotiator II:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Two years of related experience.

Minimum qualification for a Senior Contract Negotiator I: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Four years’ experience in contract negotiations and/or research administration.

Minimum qualifications for a Senior Contract Negotiator II:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Six years’ experience in contract negotiations and/or research administration.

Preferred Qualifications

Contract Negotiator II candidates would possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Bachelor’s degree

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively

• Keen attention to detail

• Creative critical thinking aptitude

Senior Contract Negotiator I and II candidates would possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Possess all qualifications listed for the entry-level titles

• Certified Research Administrator designation,

• Advanced degrees (Master’s, Juris Doctorate, PhD, or other advanced degree)

• Multiple years of experience in a university/academic setting with business or legal operations

• Advanced research administration and coordination experience

• Risk mitigation knowledge and aptitude

• Resourceful problem solving capabilities

Why Texas A&M University? 

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. 

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays 
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas 
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more 
• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time  for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.