Contract Negotiator I

Texas A&M University is seeking a Contract Negotiator I to negotiate contracts and assist with post-award contract administration. The role involves writing and reviewing agreements, negotiating with sponsors and subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with university policies, federal and state laws, and sponsor guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• No prior experience required
• Experience in university setting, business or legal operations, or research experience
• Experience in sponsored research projects management or contract negotiation
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, interpersonal, proofreading and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Proofreading skills and knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets and database software
• Ability to multi-task, work independently and work cooperatively with others

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee