Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

 

** This position is located in the Office of Research -Woodruff Industry Sponsored Clinical Trials department. **

• Serves as a lead technical expert for the review and negotiation of all sponsored research contracts.
• Provides assistance to faculty and staff in preparing all types of proposals for contractual awards with varying complexity and for all types of funding agencies and sponsors.
• Maintains an above average portfolio of standard and complex sponsored research agreements.
• Negotiates all standard and complex sponsored research agreements and subcontracts with funding agencies and sponsors.
• Reviews contract terms/conditions with limited guidance from supervisors or General Counsel, unless needed.
• Interacts with funding agencies, faculty and staff to resolve legal, regulatory and institutional issues.
• Responds to agency, faculty or staff requests for additional information and/or clarification.
• Ensures appropriate certifications are obtained by faculty and forwarded to sponsor.
• Coordinates getting required approvals or certifications from the appropriate organizational committees such as the Institutional Review Board and the Institutional Animal Use and Care Committee.
• Prepares Notice of Award Acceptance documents.
• Ensures accuracy of administrative and financial award information ensures funding agencies receive required approval letters.
• Ensures all compliance and regulatory requirements have been met as required by law, institutional or agency/sponsor policies.
• Maintains required records.
• Handles non-financial post-award activities such as transfer of contractual awards, project personal changes, and administrative.
• Assist with training of new employees.
• Assists management as needed with reports and special projects.
• Assists with conducting educational seminars/workshops for faculty and staff.
• May supervise nonexempt staff.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in business management, applied science or a related field and seven years of related experience.
• Certified Research Administrator preferred.
• Strong communication (verbal and written), negotiation, problem-solving and customer service skills.
• Ability to synthesize and apply complex information.

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University location as needed and at times, on short notice.  Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.

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