Manager, Contracts & Subcontracts Administration - Office of Research Administration
- Employer
- University of Massachusetts Lowell
- Location
- UMass Lowell
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- Administrative Jobs
- Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians, Sponsored Programs, Grants & Contracts
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Position type: Staff Full Time
Benefit Status: Benefited-Union
Campus: UMass Lowell
Department: Office Research Administration
Salary: Salary commensurate with experience and grade/range
Applications Open: Jan 20 2021
Applications Close: Open until filled
General Summary of Position:
The Office of Research Administration (ORA) provides assistance to faculty and research staff in all aspects of managing external research funding. The Manager, Contracts and Subcontracts Administration manages and oversees aspects of the pre-award and non-financial post-award administration of contracts inclusive of award negotiation; and award management support with extensions and other project modifications. This position is responsible for helping to ensure compliance with all Federal, State, University and sponsor policies, procedures and rules. The position works closely with the Executive Director, ORA; Director of Grants and Contracts, ORA; Director of Finance Research Administration (FRA); Grants and Contracts Administrators; UML Faculty; Office of Research Integrity; Office of Technology and Commercialization; and all federal and non-federal funding sponsors. This position reviews and negotiates terms and conditions for all non-standard federal, corporate and foundation sponsored agreements in accordance with University policies. This position also leads and manages all UML Subaward and Contract for Services activity.
Some opportunities for remote work available.
Essential Job Duties:
1. Prepare, review and negotiate contracts, subcontracts, and sponsored research awards and agreements:
2. Lead and Manage all Subaward and Contracts for Services work:
3. Provide support to the Executive Director and Grants & Contracts Administrators for all incoming agreements.
4. Drafting and Updating of Templates:
Coordinate with other leadership, offices, committees and staff.
Other Job Duties:
Working Conditions:
Minimum Qualifications (Required):
*Will consider candidates with an Associates Degree and 9 or more years of experience
Additional Considerations:
Preferred Qualifications:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Only Internal Professional (SEIU 888 Professional Union) Bargaining candidates will be considered during the first 10 business days of the posting. All other candidates will be considered after that period.
This is an SEIU 888 Professional Union position, Grade P19.
Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received.
Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.
Organization
Working at University of Massachusetts Lowell
Located in the culturally and historically rich Merrimack.
Valley in northeast Massachusetts, the University of Massachusetts Lowell is a vibrant research university that offers its 13,000 students more than 120 bachelor’s, master’s, professional master’s and doctoral degree programs. Exciting opportunities in experiential and service learning, scholarship, community engagement, and international partnerships can be found across the Colleges of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; Engineering; Management; Sciences; School of Health and Environment; and Graduate School of Education.
This is a time of unprecedented growth and opportunity at UMass Lowell. Student enrollment and retention have improved annually. Research funding and alumni giving have increased significantly and the campus has embarked on the construction of two new academic buildings: the Emerging Technologies & Innovation Center and the Health & Social Sciences Building.
The University of Massachusetts Lowell is committed to increasing diversity in its faculty, staff, and student populations, as well as curriculum and support programs, while promoting an inclusive environment. We seek candidates who can contribute to that goal and encourage you to apply and to identify your strengths in this area.
Mission Statement
The mission of the University of Massachusetts Lowell is to enhance the intellectual, personal and cultural development of its students through excellent, affordable educational programs. The University seeks to meet the needs of the Commonwealth today and into the future and supports the development of sustainable technologies and communities through its teaching, research, scholarship and engagement.
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