Agreement Associate

Mass General Brigham Research Contract Administrator

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Responsible for supporting the negotiation, administration, and maintenance of research contracts, subcontracts, and research awards by collaborating with internal/external stakeholders to ensure contractual compliance, accuracy, and alignment with business objectives.

Essential Functions

• Manage an assigned portfolio of research departments and serve as the primary resource for all contract needs within the portfolio.
• Negotiate the terms and conditions of incoming research contracts, subcontracts, and research service agreements from federal and state agencies, foundations, and not-for-profit entities.
• Draft and negotiate the terms and conditions of outgoing subcontracts and clinical site agreements issued under research awards received from federal and state agencies, foundations, and not-for-profit entities.
• Prepare subsequent amendments and modifications outgoing subcontracts and review amendments to incoming agreements.
• Review contract terms and conditions at proposal submission time as needed.
• Identify any problematic language that may require negotiation and/or input from other partner offices such as Innovation, Clinical Trials Office, Office of General Counsel, and other Partners entities as needed.
• Support staff with ongoing administration of contract requirements; interpret and explain terms and conditions to internal staff, hospital departments, and sponsor representatives.
• Assist with the training of team members such as the Contract Administrator(s) and Grant Administrator(s), as applicable.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's and Juris Doctor Degrees required; however, research contracting experience may be accepted in lieu of a Juris Doctor Degree

Experience

• At least 2-3 years of contract administration/negotiation experience is required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Analytical and financial acumen, with the ability to interpret and analyze contract terms.
• Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to review and interpret complex contract language and identify potential risks and issues.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity and ethical behavior in handling sensitive contractual and financial information.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Working Conditions

• This is a remote role that can be done from most US states
• This is a Monday through Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM ET schedule

Remote Type

Remote

Work Location

399 Revolution Drive

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$63,648.00 - $92,570.40/Annual

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement:

0100 Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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