Contract Manager, Office Of Research Administration

Colorado School of Mines

Golden, Colorado, US
Base: $96,400 - $107,200 annually; bonus/equity: n...
Hybrid
8+ years research administration experience
Federal and state regulation knowledge
Sponsored agreement negotiation skills
This leadership position manages research and sponsored agreements while serving as a key liaison between the university and external sponsors

Job Summary

  • This leadership position manages research and sponsored agreements while serving as a key liaison between the university and external sponsors.
  • The role involves direct supervision of a Contract Administration unit with authority to hire, evaluate performance, and resolve personnel concerns.
  • Colorado School of Mines offers robust benefits including a fully vested retirement plan on day one, tuition discounts, and free transit passes.

Matching Summary

This leadership position manages research and sponsored agreements while serving as a key liaison between the university and external sponsors.

Salary

Base: $96,400 - $107,200 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Flexible health/dental, 13 paid holidays, fully vested retirement, tuition benefits, free RTD Ecopass

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years research administration experience
  • Federal and state regulation knowledge
  • Sponsored agreement negotiation skills
  • Team supervision of 4-8 employees
  • Critical thinking for contract review

Nice-to-have

  • Juris Doctorate degree preferred
  • Data analysis capabilities
  • Process improvement expertise
  • Strong stakeholder communication
  • University policy familiarity

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in business or related field
  • 8 or more years research administration experience
  • Authorized to work in the United States
  • Visa sponsorship not available
  • Successful completion of background investigation

Work Rights

Must be currently authorized to work in the United States

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