Senior Contract Analyst

Title : Senior Contract Analyst

Employee Classification : Senior Contract Analyst

Campus : University of North Texas

Division : UNT-Research & Innovation

SubDivision-Department : UNT-Research & Innovation

Department : UNT-Grants & Contracts Admin-190100

Job Location : Denton

Salary : Commensurate with experience

FTE : 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility : TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

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Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu .

Department Summary

Grants and Contracts Administration (GCA) within the Division of Research & Innovation supports the University of North Texas, a tier 1 research university, in its endeavor to excel in its research mission. GCA aspires to be a model organization in the field of research administration, providing exceptional of externally funded sponsored projects and envision an environment that facilitates the University of North Texas' commitment to research and encourages continued efforts to attract additional research funding.

Position Overview

The Senior Contract Analyst plays a critical role in the triage, analysis, negotiation, and management of all research and sponsored program contracts processed by the Research Contracting unit. This position supports both the Division of Research and Innovation and university-wide contracting needs, ensuring timely and compliant execution of complex agreements. The Analyst will oversee negotiations for standard research contracts, maintain and optimize contract management databases, and collaborate closely with the existing Senior Contract Analyst and the Director of Research Contracts. Responsibilities include interpreting and negotiating contract language, disseminating key terms and conditions to stakeholders, and ensuring accurate entry of information into knowledge management systems. Given the evolving regulatory landscape, this role requires deep expertise in federal agency grant and contract regulations, as well as contract law. The addition of this position is essential to reduce delays, mitigate institutional risk, and support the university's expanding research enterprise.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, Higher Education or related field and five years of related professional work experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Paralegal or transactional contract experience.
• Extensive knowledge of federal agency grant / contract regulations.
• Considerable knowledge of contract law.
• Superior writing, speaking and general communications skills.
• Ability to negotiate and to synthesize many kinds of information effectively in pursuit of general and specific objectives.
• General understanding of the function and mission of higher education and specific knowledge of the dynamics of a university.
• Knowledge of and facility in using electronic data storage and communications systems.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
• Knowledge of safety, security, and confidentiality precautions appropriate to work performed.

Preferred Qualifications

Paralegal certification / degree preferred.

Job Duties

Physical Requirements

Environmental Hazards

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, Hybrid

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. Please include a cover letter, resume, and references when completing the application

Benefits

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EEO Statement

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