We are seeking a **_Contracts Associate_** who will review, negotiate and draft research contracts for the School of Medicine as part of the Office of Research Administration. **Specific Duties & Responsibilities** + Negotiates/drafts sponsored research agreements, as well as materials transfer agreements, and data use agreements for the assigned departments. + Works independently and reviews contracts for completeness and compliance and drafts original contracts as needed. + Participate in the training/guidance of School of Medicine staff and faculty in research compliance. + Assists senior staff in negotiations, drafting, and processing of complex sponsored research agreements and research related agreements. + Review final agreements against negotiated changes. **Minimum Qualifications** + Bachelor's Degree required, with J.D. preferred. + Three years of experience with drafting and negotiation of research-related documents in a sponsored research environment or similar activities at a university, state/federal agency, or similar environment is required. + Formal training and experience in sponsored research administration, intellectual property management and related topics required. + Demonstrated ability to perceive administrative and regulatory issues and conceptualize how to find solutions and research consensus and to complete complex tasks. + Experience and references should demonstrate past performance effectiveness. + Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills and competent judgment. + Must be very organized, bright, and able to work both independently and as part of a team. + Must be self-confident, articulate and oriented to assisting faculty to succeed. + Additional experience may be considered in lieu of education, and additional education may substitute for experience (e.g., JD). **Preferred Qualifications** + Additional education preferred especially related to clinical trials, sponsored research, contracting, science and intellectual property. + Successful candidates must be very organized, able to spot legal issues, and able to work both independently and as part of a team. + Experience and references should demonstrate past performance effectiveness. + Must be self-confident, articulate and oriented to assisting the faculty to succeed. Classified Title: Contracts Associate Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PE Starting Salary Range: $73,300 - $128,300 Annually ($95,000 targeted; Commensurate with experience) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: M-F/8:30 - 5 pm Exempt Status: Exempt Location: Remote Department name: SOM Admin Res General Administration Personnel area: School of Medicine Equal Opportunity Employer: Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. The university promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.