Contracts and Grants Administrator III

2 weeks ago


Los Angeles CA, United States Keck School of Medicine Full time

The USC Clinical Trial Office (CTO) is seeking a Senior Contract Officer.  The Senior Contract Officer is responsible for the accurate and comprehensive negotiation of industry clinical trial agreements.  The Senior Contract Officer shall serve as a subject matter expert in relevant laws and regulations as it relates to the conduct of clinical trials.  The Senior Contract Officer is responsible for understanding University policies around research and ensuring that clinical trial agreements align with these policies.  Other responsibilities include patient, informed and helpful assistance to Principal Investigators (PI’s) and staff in preparation, submission, and management of research projects, and working with department and CTO staff to assist in development of budgets associated with clinical trial agreements.  The Senior Contract Officer knows and follows institutional and departmental policies and procedures, and guides PIs and staff on policy as they apply to research administration.  The candidate should possess skills to conduct in-service training seminars for PIs and staff as needed.  This role serves as an information source for the department and research community.  Must be able to work in a fast paced, high-volume environment with frequent interruptions.

This position requires the analytical abilities to identify and review problem situations, make independent decisions and/or recommend solutions.  Must be able to communicate to individuals at varying levels effectively verbally and in writing.  A high degree of accuracy is mandatory when negotiating contractual terms.  Must be able to manage an unpredictable and voluminous workload while providing quality service and meet deadlines through organization, interpersonal skills, and by accurate prioritization of activities.  The candidate must possess the ability to effectively work with a team.

The annual base salary range for this position is $101,064.10 to $127,218.38. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying. 
Minimum Education: Related undergraduate study, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education Minimum Experience: 3 years, Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience Minimum Field of Expertise: Contracts and Grants Administration


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