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Requisition ID:  115891

Contracts Associate

JHURA supports the research and related activities of the Johns Hopkins University community through professional expertise, excellence in service, and comprehensive guidance. We are deeply committed to and aligned with the mission of the institution. Our work supports its focus on research and discovery on the global stage. We are seeking a Contracts Associate who will manage a portfolio of activities within the Johns Hopkins University Research Administration purview. 


Specific Duties & Responsibilities

  • Review, write and negotiate favorable agreement terms and conditions with domestic and foreign sponsors, for all agreement types, including but not limited to Research Agreements, Service Agreements, Material Transfer Agreements and Non-Disclosure Agreements. Draft replacement language where needed.
  • Serve as liaison to funding agencies for pre-award problem resolution, and post-award matters.
  • Review contract or grant submission documents with faculty to advise on submission strategy and to prepare documentation.
  • Will also provide oversight and approval for proposal development and submission, provide advice and counsel to faculty and staff during proposal preparation stage, review proposals for completeness and compliance, serve as signature authority for electronic proposals, submit electronic proposals and assist with problems.
  • Take active role in supporting the Office of Research Information Systems in supporting users of research administration software.
  • Understand and become knowledgeable in areas of research compliance in order to advise and guide faculty and staff.
  • Support effective, on-going training programs for all key positions and processes supporting research administration.
  • Responsibilities include acting as office liaison to ensure effective performance and integration of the office with regard to the University compliance, information technology, central JHU Technology Ventures and post award budget offices.
  • Contribute to an office work environment focused on providing excellent customer service and seeking continuous process improvement, including cross training in a variety of functional areas for the purpose of job enrichment and expanding knowledge of research administration.
  • Grants and contracts administration including electronic research administration software and agency systems, knowledge of FARs (Federal Acquisition Regulations), Responsible Conduct of Research and compliance issues related to sponsored research required. Knowledge of legal principles of negotiation.
  • Specific experience in contracting.
  • A high degree of independence and judgment required.
  • Requires a detail-oriented person that is well-organized and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously while operating under deadlines.
  • Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must be able to handle ambiguity and exercise judgment.
  • Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Work experience should demonstrate ability to conceptualize how to find solutions and reach consensus and to complete complex tasks efficiently.


Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree required, with J.D. preferred.
  • Three year's experience with drafting and negotiation of research-related documents in sponsored research environment or similar activities at university, state /federal agency, or similar environment is required.# Additional experience and/or education preferred, especially related to clinical trials, sponsored research, contracting, and/or regulatory compliance. 
  • Additional experience may be considered in lieu of education and additional education may substitute for experience (e.g. JD).


Preferred Qualifications
  • Advanced Degree in related field or JD.
  • Additional experience and/or education, especially related to clinical trials, sponsored research, contracting, and/or regulatory compliance. Intellectual property management and technology transfer. Experience with SAP and Coeus software.

 

 

Classified Title: Contracts Associate 
Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PE  
Starting Salary Range: $73,300 - $128,300 Annually (Commensurate with experience) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 
Exempt Status: Exempt 
Location: Remote 
Department name: Research Administration Ofc of  
Personnel area: University Administration 

 

 

Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

EEO is the Law
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Accommodation Information
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.

Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.

The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
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