Industry Research Agreements Administrator

Oregon Health & Science University Foundation

full-time

Posted on: 9/24/2025

Origin: • 🇺🇸 United States

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Salary

💰 $70,158 - $112,091 per year

Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

Tech Stack

Cognos

About the role

Independently manage, analyze, draft, negotiate and execute sponsored project agreements funded by industry partners including material transfer agreements, data use agreements, incoming and outgoing subcontracts, and standard industry research agreements.
Negotiate contract terms, incorporate appropriate terms, and work with contracting parties to ensure University and sponsor requirements are met while mitigating risk and protecting intellectual property.
Consult and collaborate with CRSO, Collaborations and Entrepreneurship, OHSU Legal, Risk Management, ORIO, funders, sponsors, principal investigators and departments as appropriate.
Ensure contract payment schedules, budgets, reporting requirements, termination schedules, and deliverable schedules are complete and compatible with OHSU policy.
Verify necessary internal prior approvals, compliance requirements and documentation of subcontract institutions.
Provide superior customer service to internal and external contacts and serve as subject matter expert across the Institution.
Develop and maintain partnerships with IRB, CRSO, and other internal offices; participate as a team member assisting others and sharing information.
Participate in training initiatives for departmental staff and stakeholders and contribute to policies, guidance, and practices to ensure compliance.
Maintain expertise with OHSU, RDA, CRSO, ORIO and OPAM policies and procedures and proficiency with University information systems.
Assist in identification, evaluation and development of more efficient and cost-effective processes; participate in quality initiatives and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Paralegal Degree/Certification OR Bachelor’s Degree.
Three years of experience in federal and/or industry contract negotiation; OR Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Possess or attain within 6 months of hire OHSU signature authority for the specified contract type within portfolio.
Ability to use independent professional judgment, take initiative, have a strong work ethic and express a positive attitude.
Ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships and maintain a high degree of professionalism.
Demonstrated excellent analytical skills with the ability to understand and synthesize complex guidelines and regulatory requirements.
Excellent communication skills; ability to interpret, convey, explain, and uphold regulatory requirements and contract language.
Ability to organize and prioritize work with emphasis on tracking for rapid status-check.
Ability to adapt to new or changed electronic systems and processes.
Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with competing deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to accurately comprehend and interpret medical and scientific terminology, concepts, and methodology.
Ability to negotiate with multiple parties and come to mutually satisfactory results.
Thorough understanding of budgeting principles and procedures.
Ability to exercise diplomacy and handle highly confidential matters in a discreet manner.
Proficiency or familiarity with InfoEd, Cognos, eCRIS, OGA, IRB, IACUC, IBC, and Conflict of Interest in Research.