Job Description

The Contracts Specialist is responsible for preparation, drafting, review and negotiation of incoming agreements,
and development, compilation, and submission of proposals for research, public service, and other contracts
which may be assigned by the supervisor.

The Specialist works independently to assess complex grant. contract and subcontract transactions where
analysis requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. This position uses advanced contracts and grants
concepts to manage high volume and high complexity transactions and may review and guide others in the
review of financial and administrative management requirements of research contract and grant proposals,
awards and/or transactions to ensure compliance with institutional and sponsor policies. The Specialist may
review and sign transactions for less experienced staff and may serve as a technical specialist in a particular
area as needed by the department.

During the award negotiation and proposal development process, the Specialist will need to coordinate and
obtain input from faculty and campus offices including Legal Affairs, Risk Management, Privacy, and Department
managers. The Specialist will be responsible for interpreting internal guidance, negotiating inclusion of
stakeholder requirements into agreements, and completing all assignments in a timely and professional manner.
The Specialist is experienced in research administration and is expected to demonstrate the requisite
requirements to sign and approve specified contract and grant agreements in accordance with UC policies and
procedures.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $156,000 (Annual Rate).

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