Associate Business Contracts Officer

The University of Texas at Austin

Austin, TX, US
Base: $170,000; bonus/equity: not specified; benef...
Technology contract administration and negotiation
Interpretation of ferpa hipaa gdpr regulations
Management of software licenses and service agreements
The selected candidate will provide advanced contract administration work including the development, evaluation, drafting, and negotiation of complex technology contracts

Job Summary

  • The selected candidate will provide advanced contract administration work including the development, evaluation, drafting, and negotiation of complex technology contracts.
  • The role requires ensuring compliance with applicable Texas and federal laws, Regents' Rules, and University policies while managing risks related to data privacy and intellectual property.
  • UT Austin offers an outstanding benefits package including fully covered employee health premiums, a defined benefit retirement plan with employer matching, and free access to campus libraries.

Matching Summary

The selected candidate will provide advanced contract administration work including the development, evaluation, drafting, and negotiation of complex technology contracts.

Salary

Base: $170,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%), TRS retirement plan, tuition assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Technology contract administration and negotiation
  • Interpretation of FERPA HIPAA GDPR regulations
  • Management of software licenses and service agreements

Nice-to-have

  • Background in computer science or data science
  • Experience with Texas higher education institutions
  • Ability to conduct contract workshops for administrators

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor degree and Texas state bar licensure
  • 6+ years of legal experience in contract administration
  • Experience interpreting laws at higher education or governmental agencies

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without sponsorship

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