Senior Sponsored Research Analyst (Contracts) - Office of Sponsored Programs

Emory Healthcare - Atlanta, GA

Full-time - Mid Level

Atlanta, GA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Senior Sponsored Research Analyst position is located in the central Office of Sponsored Programs at Emory University. This role is pivotal in providing assistance to faculty and staff in reviewing various types of proposals for contractual awards, which can vary in complexity. The analyst will be responsible for reviewing contractual terms and conditions, often with limited guidance from supervisors or General Counsel, unless further assistance is required. A key aspect of this position involves negotiating both standard and complex research agreements or subcontracts with agencies or other third parties, ensuring that all agreements align with institutional policies and sponsor requirements. In addition to negotiation, the Senior Sponsored Research Analyst will ensure that appropriate certifications and regulatory compliance approvals are obtained by faculty as mandated by law and institutional policies. This includes preparing necessary documentation such as Notice of Award Acceptance documents and ensuring that sponsors receive the required approval letters. The analyst will interact with sponsors, faculty, and staff to resolve any legal, regulatory, or institutional issues that may arise, all while maintaining a high level of accuracy in administrative and financial award information. The role also involves responding to requests for additional information or clarification from sponsors, faculty, or staff, and maintaining required records related to contractual awards. The analyst will handle various administrative activities, including the transfer of contractual awards, project personnel changes, and administrative closeouts. Furthermore, the position includes responsibilities for training new employees and assisting management with reports and special projects. The Senior Sponsored Research Analyst may also conduct educational seminars and workshops for faculty and staff, ensuring that all parties are well-informed about the processes and requirements related to sponsored research activities.

Responsibilities

• Assists faculty and staff in reviewing proposals for contractual awards.
• Reviews contractual terms and conditions with limited guidance.
• Negotiates standard and complex research agreements or subcontracts.
• Ensures appropriate certifications and regulatory compliance approvals are obtained.
• Prepares Notice of Award Acceptance documents.
• Ensures sponsors receive required approval letters.
• Interacts with sponsors, faculty, and staff to resolve legal, regulatory, and institutional issues.
• Maintains required records related to contractual awards.
• Handles activities such as the transfer of contractual awards and project personnel changes.
• Assists in training new employees.
• Assists management with reports and special projects.
• Conducts educational seminars/workshops for faculty and staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business management, applied science, or a related field.
• Five years of related experience in sponsored research or contracts.
• Strong communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Negotiation skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Customer service skills and the ability to synthesize complex information.

Nice-to-haves

• Certified Research Administrator preferred.
• Demonstrated experience reviewing and negotiating contracts related to University sponsored research activities.