Contracts Manager, Sponsored Projects Services

Posting Details

Position Information


Fiscal Year
2025-2026


Position Title
Contracts Manager, Sponsored Projects Services


Classification Title
Contract and Grant Specialist I


Department
Sponsored Projects Services


Posting Number
R260060


Posting Link




Employer
Research Foundation


Position Type
RF Professional


Job Type
Full-Time


Appointment Term

Salary Grade
E.5

Posting Detail Information


Position Summary

Sponsored Projects Services (SPS), within the Office of Research, Innovation, and Economic Development providesleadership in grants and contracts administration from proposal development through award closeout, working closely with diverse university faculty and compliance offices to ensure the responsible stewardship of external funding.

SPS is seeking a Contracts Manager to review and negotiate research contracts and related agreements. This position is responsible for learning Research Foundation and University requirements regarding terms and conditions and the approval process.

The Contracts Manager will manage a diverse portfolio of research agreement revisions, working independently with minimal oversight, and will work collaboratively across university units to support the negotiation and administration of research contracts in compliance with institutional policies and procedures. This position must also be able to work collaboratively within SPS and be an effective team member to further the efficiencies and capabilities of the office.

Responsibilities include:

• Review, draft, negotiate, and finalize a wide range of contracts, including research contracts and related agreements, while ensuring compliance with institutional policies, Research Foundation policies, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, legal counsel, compliance offices, and external partners to gather necessary information and documents to facilitate contract negotiation and execution.
• Conduct thorough contract analysis to identify potential risks and issues and provide recommendations for mitigation strategies.
• Offer input on contract language and institutional risk, referring legal questions to appropriate counsel.
• Stay apprised of evolving compliance regulations and incorporate those into future agreements.

Learn more:

• Our benefits , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 3 years' progressive experience in professional setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Preferred Qualifications

• JD preferred
• 3 or more years of experience substantively drafting and negotiating the terms and conditions of contracts.
• Proficiency in Adobe Pro.
• Experience in higher education setting is desirable.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Our University Community

Physical Demands

Driving Requirements
This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.


Salary Range
$80,000 - $87,500


Additional Salary Information
The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.


Work Hours


37.5 hours per week

Campus
North Campus


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Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?
No


Background Check Notification

Contact Information


Contact's Name
Stacey Brown


Contact's Pronouns
she/her/hers


Contact's Title
HR Assistant


Contact's Email
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Contact's Phone
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Posting Dates


Posted
04/14/2026


Deadline for applicants
Open Until Filled


Date to be filled

References


Number of references required
3


Reference Cutoff Date

Instructions to Applicant