Manager, Research Contracts

Manager, Research Contracts

Minimum Salary

US-MA-Worcester

Job Location

2 weeks ago(10 / 9 / 2025 3 : 21 PM)

Requisition Number

2025-48816

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Exempt

Exempt / Non-Exempt Status

Non Union Position -W60- Non Unit Professional

Overview

Under the direction of Associate Vice Chancellor of Grants and Contracts Administration, Manager, Research Contracts is responsible for reviewing, drafting, and negotiating research-related agreements on behalf of the institution. This position requires strong knowledge of contract negotiation practices and research administration. The manager will work closely with principal investigators, staff, sponsors, and collaborating institutions to ensure timely, compliant, and effective agreements that support the institution's research mission.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, interpret and negotiate research-related agreements and amendments, including, federal, state and private grants, contracts, research agreements, that fall under the purview of Grants and Contracts Administration.
• Act as a lead contributor providing guidance, oversight and information to the contracts team regarding negotiation, institution policies, federal and state regulations and sponsor guidelines.
• Oversee and guide the contract specialist(s) in their day-to-day operations.
• Lead the team to develop standardized processes and procedures to ensure quality, compliance, risk management and accuracy in contract activities.
• Collaborate as needed in review of proposals to determine the designation of collaborators
• Propose, define, and implement changes in contract and proposal processes to streamline reporting and tracking activities.
• Identify and mitigate legal, financial, compliance, and intellectual property risks.
• Serve as liaison between UMass Chan stakeholders and external sponsors (industry, government, non-profit, and foundations).
• Collaborate with offices of technology transfer, compliance, legal counsel, and finance as necessary.
• Ensure contract terms comply with institution policies, federal and state regulations, and funding agency requirements
• Maintain timely and accurate records of negotiations and executed agreements in the institution's contract management system.
• Communicate, provide guidance and training for faculty and administrators on research contract processes.
• Contribute to developing standard templates, negotiation playbooks, and process improvements.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Additional Information

Preferred Qualifications :