Join UT Southwestern as a Senior Contracts Specialist in the Sponsored Programs department. The Senior Contracts Specialist will work on the Agreements team, providing subject matter expertise and understanding related to the research related agreements through the draft, red-line and execution with our sponsors or sub-recipients and is not related to procurement or supply chain transactions. Understanding of our financial systems, eAgreements, University policy and federal regulations are important factors as well as understanding Uniform Guidance and the related monitoring of these types of research agreements. Additionally, Intellectual Property knowledge and working closely with our internal customers such as the Office of Technology Development, Clinical Research or HRPP may be required tasks of this position.
At UT Southwestern, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development that align with your future goals and help to provide security for you and your family. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more that are all available on the day you start work. Recognized as the #1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth for seven consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report, we invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities for growth.
Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or related field and six (6) years' experience in business or public administration with emphasis on customer service in financial or contracting position.
Advanced degree (Master's or Juris Doctor) preferred.
Will require completion of State of Texas Contract Management certification (CTCM), which may be obtained after hiring. CTCM Certification not required in Sponsored Programs.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
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