Contract Negotiator II

Job Title Contract Negotiator II Role Overview Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Contract Negotiator II for the Office for Research. The Office for Research’s mission is to support the research, scholarship, and creative endeavors of all Rutgers faculty. The Office accomplishes its mission by convening with academic and research leaders, providing integrated, user‑focused resources, services, and tools, and partnering with faculty. As part of the Office for Research, the Contract Negotiator II works under the supervisory direction of the Research Contract Services Executive Director, Associate Director and senior staff to support the Office for and Rutgers research and clinical‑related contracting efforts. Contracts supported by the Contract Negotiator II include but are not limited to nondisclosure agreements, material transfer agreements, and other simple agreements with modest or no contract value. Responsibilities Develops negotiation strategy for each contract engagement. Negotiates contracts with external parties and drafts contracts in compliance with Rutgers policies, values, operations, and applicable laws and regulations. Prepares final contracts for execution by the Institution’s Authorized Official. Communicates with Rutgers stakeholders concerning contract status and contract lifecycle management. Maintains accurate and complete contract negotiation files/history, significant telephone conversation summaries, contract files. Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and understanding of contract management and research administrative principles and practices. A minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience in a research administrative function. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Excellent communication skills. Computer literacy. Basic understanding of research‑related contracts including data use agreements, material transfer agreements, and nondisclosure agreements, contract law and construction principles. Preferred Qualifications: None listed. Benefits Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs Salary Details Minimum Salary: $82,166.00 Mid Range Salary: $104,002.00 Maximum Salary: $125,837.00 Working Hours Standard Hours: 37.50 hours per week. Daily Work Shift: (information not specified) Location City: Piscataway, State: NJ Position Status Full Time Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non‑Discrimination Statement at the following web address: #J-18808-Ljbffr