Contracts Officer Office of the Vice President for Research

Pittsburgh, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Carnegie Mellon University is a private global research university that stands among the worlds most renowned education institutions. With ground-breaking brain science path-breaking performances creative start-ups big data big ambitions hands-on learning and a whole lot of robots CMU doesnt imagine the future we invent it. If youre passionate about joining a community that challenges the curious to deliver work that matters your journey starts here!

The Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) is seeking an experienced Contracts Officer to join the team. OVPR has responsibility for nurturing interdisciplinary research initiatives at one of the nations leading research institutions. OVPR provides overall research administration and policy for all colleges and schools as well as the universitys more than 100 centers and institutes. Working closely with deans department heads faculty students and staff the office provides an innovative and supportive research environment that spans all disciplines and campuses and assures that research activities are planned and conducted in accordance with regulations and University policy.

Under the general direction of the Senior Contracts Officers and the Executive Director of Sponsored Programs the Contracts Officer will prepare review and negotiate a broad range of agreements and related documents. The successful candidate will have extensive experience drafting revising and negotiating many of the following: sponsored research agreements data use agreements material transfer agreements memoranda of understanding collaboration and consortium agreements teaming agreements confidential disclosure agreements SBIR and STTR agreements educational project agreements licenses and membership agreements with industry partners spinoffs small businesses federal agencies nonprofits foundations and other universities. The candidate should also be familiar with licensing considerations related to foreground and background intellectual property as well as opensource and thirdparty software.

Core Responsibilities:

Responding to request from Corporate and Foundation Relations to assist in discussions related to the management of intellectual property confidentiality publications and other university policies related to sponsored research.
Interpreting and clarifying policies procedures and regulations to ensure consistent administration and compliance.
Thorough understanding of federal regulations related to contracts and grants involving research with universities.
Overseeing with Regulatory Compliance on matters related to animal and human subjects Conflict of Interest and Export Control.
Obtaining input from Risk Management Environmental Health and Safety Sponsored Project Accounting on appropriate contractual language and compliance.
Working with Department level contacts including faculty to review proposals including Statement of Work and Budget.
Maintaining and managing status of contract negotiations in OSPs electronic agreement management system.
Providing input and developing policies for reviewing and negating research related agreements.
Engaging CTTEC in discussions related to background intellectual property and intellectual property license options.
Other duties as assigned.

Adaptability excellence and passion are vital qualities within Carnegie Mellon University. We are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree required. Masters Degree preferred.
3-5 years of research contracts compliance experience required.
A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Requirements:

Successful background check

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.

Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical prescription dental and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.

Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs fitness center access and much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available explore our Benefits page.

At Carnegie Mellon we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials we evaluate the role and responsibilities your valuable work experience and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; its about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization! Apply today!

Location

Pittsburgh PA

Job Function

Legal

Position Type

Staff Regular

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

Salary

More Information:

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Required Experience:

Senior IC