Contract Specialist (remote) - Joint Research Office For Contracts

schwarzlab.wustl.edu

St. Louis, Missouri, US
Base: $75,200.00 - $128,800.00 annually; bonus/equ...
Drafting and negotiating research agreements
Industry sponsored clinical trial agreements
Federal contracts and non-profit agreements
This position serves as the liaison between University stakeholders and companies, major national and international foundations and non-profit entities, and government agencies

Job Summary

  • This position serves as the liaison between University stakeholders and companies, major national and international foundations and non-profit entities, and government agencies.
  • The position will oversee a large volume contract portfolio from negotiation to contract close out.
  • WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Matching Summary

This position serves as the liaison between University stakeholders and companies, major national and international foundations and non-profit entities, and government agencies.

Salary

Base: $75,200.00 - $128,800.00 Annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive health insurance, U-Pass, 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan, vacation, holidays, sick time, caregiver leave, tuition coverage

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Drafting and negotiating research agreements
  • Industry sponsored clinical trial agreements
  • Federal contracts and non-profit agreements
  • Oversee large volume contract portfolio
  • Advises faculty and staff on contractual issues
  • Safeguard university and investigator interests

Nice-to-have

  • Highly motivated and proactive
  • Operate independently and as a team member
  • Effective under deadline pressure
  • Tact and efficiency in managing priorities
  • Good judgment and innovation

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.)
  • 5 Years Relevant Work Experience
  • 2 Years Research Administration or Contract Negotiation Experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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