Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy
Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy
Institutul Baker pentru Politici Publice al Universității Rice este un institut de cercetare nepartizan, axat pe politici interne și internaționale. Cu sediul la Universitatea Rice, acesta reunește cadre universitare, cercetători afiliați, specialiști și experți din mai multe discipline pentru a analiza probleme complexe de politici publice și pentru a conecta cercetarea cu elaborarea practică a politicilor. Activitatea sa sprijină dezbaterea informată și contribuie la dezvoltarea politicilor într-o gamă largă de domenii, în Statele Unite și în străinătate.

Contracts Specialist I, Research Agreements — Houston Hybrid

Support Rice University’s technology-transfer office by drafting, negotiating, and administering research agreements. Help commercialize university innovations while addressing regulatory and institutional requirements.

Descriere

  • Support the drafting, negotiation, and administration of research agreements with external partners, including material transfer, nondisclosure, and data use agreements.
  • Negotiate and finalize nondisclosure and material transfer agreements.
  • Draft contract language that complies with university, federal, and other applicable regulatory policies, requirements, and conditions.
  • Negotiate and finalize additional research-related agreements under management supervision.
  • Identify contractual and policy concerns involving research integrity, conflicts of interest, export controls, and accounting.
  • Escalate issues to the appropriate university officials and follow through until resolution.
  • Explain contract terms and conditions to students, faculty, and staff.
  • Collect and document required internal approvals before contracts are executed.
  • Coordinate with university research administration offices.
  • Help update standard agreements in response to changes in university policies, federal regulations, and laws.
  • Contribute ideas that improve client service.
  • Support development and training activities as needed.
  • Perform other assigned duties.

Cerințe

  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • At least one year of experience in research, research administration, or intellectual property management.
  • Additional directly related experience may substitute for the education requirement on an equivalent year-for-year basis.
  • Additional directly related education may substitute for the experience requirement on an equivalent year-for-year basis.
  • Ability to draft, negotiate, and conclude industry research agreements under management supervision.
  • Understanding of the university research environment and its policies.
  • Ability to communicate information clearly and effectively to internal and external audiences.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to administer contracts and grants.
  • Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, action-oriented, customer-focused service environment.
  • Ability to work independently and seek assistance when necessary.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize varied tasks and demands.
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, with the ability to learn applicable university and departmental systems.
  • Experience working in a university setting or negotiating research-related agreements with universities is preferred.

Beneficii

  • Hybrid schedule combining in-office and remote work.
  • Rice University benefits, with details available through the Rice HR benefits resource.
  • Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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