Subaward Negotiator

North Carolina State University, United States

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA
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Posting Details
Posting Information


Posting Number PG193128EP
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title Subaward Negotiator
Anticipated Hiring Range $65,000 - $70,000
Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm, overtime as required to meet deadlines
Job Location Raleigh, NC
Department Sponsored Programs and Regulatory Compliance Services
About the Department
Sponsored Programs and Regulatory Compliance Services (SPARCS) has administrative responsibility for all sponsored contracts, grants, and cooperative agreements awarded to the University. SPARCS facilitates the submission of proposals and the negotiation of sponsored agreements for funding to NC State University. SPARCS also administers internally and externally funded projects, negotiates other types of agreements, and is responsible for subaward administration. This includes all aspects of externally sponsored research and scholarship, from pre-award management to non-fiscal post award management.
Essential Job Duties
The Subaward Negotiator in the Office of Sponsored Programs will be responsible for drafting and negotiating outgoing subaward agreements utilizing standard templates, leading to the establishment of an acceptable agreement to fund outgoing subawards supporting NC State research, instruction or other sponsored activities. The Subaward Negotiator will work with a wide variety of external stakeholders including federal, state, and local government partners, other research institutions, non-profit entities, and small businesses.
The Subaward Negotiator will be expected to effectively utilize their own expertise, employ University resources, and regularly engage internal and external stakeholders in order to consistently produce detailed, clear, and well-organized negotiated agreements at the highest level of accuracy and consistent with University policies and procedures.
Responsibilities will require the successful candidate to:
  • Prepare and negotiate sub-awards with external entities
  • Understand and analyze legal agreements
  • Conduct effective negotiations with external clients
  • Analyze risk tolerance, including the completion of sub-recipient risk assessments
  • Provide advice and assistance to university clients and stakeholders
  • Consider and respond to requested revisions to contract language from subrecipients
  • Consult with appropriate university officials to assess the impact of contract language, and review and modify proposed contract terms to reach a mutually acceptable agreement
  • Engage regularly with representatives of NC State’s Office of Regulatory Compliance, Office of Contracts and Grants; Office of Research Commercialization; and Office of General Counsel to ensure negotiated terms and conditions of outgoing agreements comply with the policies of the UNC Board of Governors and NC State University, as well as State and Federal Regulations
  • Regularly keep university stakeholders informed on negotiation progress
  • Provide complete and accurate information, and explain as necessary, to fulfill the financial and technical reporting obligations of involved parties


The Subaward Negotiator will participate in training and support activities for the university community of research administrators through guidance on the SPARCS website, updating templates, and developing tutorial materials as well as direct classroom training or consultation as required.
Other Responsibilities
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications


Minimum Education and Experience
Require post-baccalaureate credentials or a bachelor’s degree and two years’ experience in the processing, negotiating, and/or administration of grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements.
Other Required Qualifications
  • Accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to manage conflicting demands.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
  • Certified Research Administrator (CRA) certification
  • Experience in research administration at an institution of higher education
  • Experience interpreting and applying the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
  • Experience with software tools such as Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required No
Commercial Driver's License required No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions


Job Open Date 01/08/2024
Anticipated Close Date Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
In addition to your application, please submit a resume, cover letter, and the contact information for at least three (3) professional references.

Position Details


Position Number 00110581
Position Type EHRA Non-Faculty
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID 060101 - Office of Research & Innovation (ORI)
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected] .
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
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