Contract Negotiator

at  North Carolina State University

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Master’s degree or Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field, plus 2 years experience in the processing, negotiating, and/or administration of grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements.

OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

SPARCS excitedly seeks a self-motivated individual who can work effectively both alone and as part of a team. A successful candidate will have demonstrated abilities in:

• Interpreting; applying; and educating others regarding an organization’s policies, rules, regulations and/or procedures
• Excellent customer service skills;
• Problem solving skills;
• Reviewing and complying with sponsored project agreements or other relevant legal agreements;
• Utilizing the Microsoft Office® suite of software applications (especially Word and Excel), Adobe Acrobat, and various internet browsers;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; and
• Willingness to learn and work with others.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in research administration at a college or university is highly desirable.
• Be a “Certified Research Administrator” (CRA) or other comparable professional certification.
• Familiarity with US Law regarding Intellectual Property (IP) and Copyright (CR).

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

The Negotiator in the Sponsored Programs office plays a crucial role in facilitating agreements between NC State and external sponsors, ensuring the funding and execution of research, instruction, and sponsored activities. This role demands adept negotiation skills, legal acumen, and a commitment to upholding university policies and regulatory compliance.
The Office of Sponsored Programs seeks three Negotiators, each specializing in either industry contracting or government and non-profit agreements.