Contracts and Grants Officer 2

University of Miami

. Negotiate research contracts in adherence to sponsoring agency requirements and University of Miami policies .

Posted 10/21/2026full-timeCoral Gables • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in negotiating and managing research contracts while ensuring compliance with University and Federal agency requirements. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for providing guidance and support to faculty and staff in sponsored research administration.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Contract NegotiationSponsored Research AdministrationKnowledge of NIH, DOD, NSF, NASA, DOEUniform Guidance ComplianceAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Contract DraftingContract ReviewRegulatory InterpretationResearch AdministrationNegotiation Skills

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsCustomer Service SkillsIndependent JudgmentAbility to Work Under DeadlinesCollegiality

Industry Keywords

Federal Acquisition RegulationsExport Control RegulationsUniversity PoliciesResearch ContractsRegulatory Changes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Negotiate research contracts in adherence to sponsoring agency requirements and University of Miami policies
Provide institutional-level sponsored research administration services to academic departments and research units across University campuses
Draft, review, analyze, and negotiate terms and conditions for various types of research contracts
Provide guidance, support, and advice to faculty and staff regarding sponsored research administration issues
Interpret internal and external policies, government regulations, and contractual terms and conditions
Collaborate with IRB, Risk Management, Technology Transfer, Export Control, General Counsel, and other relevant offices
Ensure sponsored research projects are managed efficiently and effectively
Adhere to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets
Monitor regulatory changes relevant to the contracts portfolio

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required
Advanced degree preferred
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in contracting
Knowledge of University and Federal agency requirements including NIH, DOD, NSF, NASA, and DOE
Knowledge of Uniform Guidance, Export Control Regulations, and Federal Acquisition Regulations
Ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with outstanding customer service skills
Demonstrated professional experience and judgment to effectively serve faculty and sponsors while protecting, representing, and advancing the University's best interests
Ability to work well under deadlines without sacrificing accuracy, customer service, collegiality, or ethics
Strong analytical contract and negotiation skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer
Staff position at the University of Miami