Research Agreement Officer

Northeastern University

Posted on : 07-04-2025

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Job Location

Boston - USA

Monthly Salary

$ 75208 - 106229

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1 Vacancy

Posted on : 07-04-2025

Job Description

About the Opportunity

JOB SUMMARY

Northeastern Universitys Research Enterprise Services (NURES) provides leadership and expertise to faculty investigators and college administrators in support of research and sponsored programs at Northeastern University. NU a dynamic innovative and entrepreneurial university with a diverse and growing research portfolio seeks to hire talented experienced administrators who are dedicated to supporting investigators secure and manage their extramurally sponsored activities. The University is committed to hiring and developing personnel who enjoy working in a highperforming culture that rewards excellence. This is full benefits 12month contract position with the potential for an extended term. To learn more about Northeasterns unique academic environment and generous benefits please see: is a global university and NURES supports its team working remotely. Remote locations and work schedules are determined based on operational needs and in consultation with Team members consistent with university policies and guidance.

Reporting to the Executive Director Research Administration the Research Agreement Officer serves as a key resource for faculty department staff and funding agencies. This position will be responsible for reviewing negotiating coordinating and processing a wide range of research agreements including incoming and outgoing subawards related research agreements (e.g. nondisclosure material and data use agreements) and provides essential guidance on university and funding agency policies and regulations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Excellent written and verbal communication skills required. Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fastpaced time sensitive environment preferred. Must have solid judgment and capacity to exercise discretion to resolve ambiguity and promote effective solutions. Must have a strong commitment to constructively contribute to a customer service environment providing professional timely efficient and courteous service to the university research community.

Bachelors degree and/or a minimum of 3 years relevant experience. Knowledge of government research regulations and with customary policies and practices of an institute of higher education a plus.

RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES

Research Agreement Review & Negotiation 70

Reviewing and negotiating a wide variety of research related agreements from federal state nonprofit and industry partners. Review includes verifying budgets and ensuring conformance with sponsor governmental regulations and university policy requirements. Negotiation includes balancing the other partys and universitys needs while ensuring compliance with applicable policies and regulations.

Research Community Resource 20

Serve as a resource for the NU research community; collaborate with university stakeholder offices as needed including Office of General Counsel Research Finance and Compliance units to ensure adherence to university policies coordinate between and among NURES unites (e.g. compliance) stakeholders and faculty/department administrators.

Professional Development 10

Engage in Universitywide professional development activities i.e. training workshops and developing resources useful for in special projects assigned by NURES.

Position Type

Research

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical vision dental paid time off tuition assistance wellness & life retirement as well as commuting & transportation. Visit for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin age sex sexual orientation disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Compensation Grade/Pay Type:

110S

Expected Hiring Range:

$75208.00 $106229.50

With the pay range(s) shown above the starting salary will depend on several factors which may include your education experience location knowledge and expertise and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarlysituated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.

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