Contracts Analyst

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Job Title:
Contracts Analyst

Department:
ERIK | Technology Commercialization

FUNCTION: Legal and Compliance

SUB-FUNCTION: Contract Management

CAREER BAND: Individual Contributor - Specialized

CAREER LEVEL: Contract Management Specialist 2

Description

The Contracts Analyst serves within the Technology Commercialization Office (TCO), under the direction of the Manager-Contracts. Essential functions include drafting, reviewing and negotiating a high volume of Confidential Disclosure Agreements (CDAs), Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs), Tangible Property Agreements (TPAs), Inter-Institutional Agreements (IIAs), and Data Use Agreements (DUAs) with academic and corporate collaborators. Serves as the lead during all stages of the contract negotiation process. Establishes and maintains relationships with university researchers, laboratories, and divisions to become knowledgeable about research interests. Exhibits customer service, responsiveness and professionalism in all interactions. Conducts educational presentations and similar outreach activities to encourage use of university commercialization services and engagement with Technology Commercialization Office and Ohio State Innovation Foundation. Works closely with the Director, Intellectual Property and Contracts; Manager, Contracts; and entire Contracts team to drive continuous operational and service delivery improvement.  Collaborates with other university departments to achieve efficient contract negotiation and management, intellectual property protection, and data protection.   

Required Qualifications

Associate's Degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Proven experience with contract negotiation. Ability to negotiate agreements related to technology commercialization on behalf of Ohio State. Ability to make independent decisions and risk assessments while also being team-oriented and seeking input when necessary. Displays effective problem-solving skills and the ability to share those skills and knowledge with others. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to present complex material in a concise and professional manner to a wide variety of individuals and groups. High emotional intelligence.  High ethical standards.  Highly accountable and strong sense of ownership.  Adapts easily to a fast-paced and constantly changing organization, department and work environment.

Desired Qualifications

At least 2 years of proven contract negotiation experience. At least 2 years of experience and knowledge of federal regulations.  Experience with research compliance in industry, government, or academia desired. Paralegal experience.

Additional Information:

The Ohio State University and the Office of Innovation and Economic Development value diversity in people and ideas. We are an inclusive, supportive community where our team can comfortably join in or confidently stand out. We treat everyone with dignity, kindness, and fairness regardless of origins, views, or affiliations. We demonstrate commitment to the ideas of diversity such as fostering diverse viewpoints and perspectives, allowing us to perform our best work.

Due to U.S. export control regulations governing information, technology, and facilities accessed during the performance of work, applicants must be: (1) U.S. citizens or nationals; (2) permanent residents; (3) asylees or refugees; or (4) individuals otherwise described as “protected individuals” pursuant to Title 8 U.S. Code Section 1324b(a)(3)(b).

OSU will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Employees are provided several flexible work schedule and location options aligned with U.S. Eastern Time Zone including an option for remote. All employees are provided university-configured equipment and supportive technology tools. Employees are required to provide reliable internet access and home office furnishings for approved remote work locations.”

Location:
Remote Location

Position Type:
Regular

Scheduled Hours:
40

Shift:
First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.  A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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