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Job description
Contract Liaison Lead, Research Office (College of Medicine - Phoenix)
Posting Number: req26997
Department: COM Phx Campus Administration
Department Website Link: College of Medicine-Phoenix
Location: Greater Phoenix Area
Address: 475 N. 5th St., Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA
Position Highlights
The Contract Liaison Lead serves as the College of Medicine-Phoenix lead for research contract administration and is responsible for managing the review, coordination, tracking, and preliminary negotiation of a broad range of research-related agreements. This position acts as a key liaison between faculty, staff, sponsors, and the Office of Research and Partnerships to facilitate timely execution of contracts and ensure compliance with institutional policies and sponsor requirements. Responsibilities include reviewing and coordinating Confidential Disclosure Agreements (CDAs), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs), Sponsored Research Agreements, Clinical Trial Agreements, and other research-related contracts and proposals. The position also provides consultation on contract management processes, develops and delivers training on research administration topics, and promotes best practices in sponsored project administration.
The successful candidate will possess strong contract management and research administration expertise, exceptional organizational and analytical skills, and the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Success in this role requires excellent interpersonal and collaborative abilities, a customer-service mindset, and the capacity to work effectively with diverse stakeholders while meeting critical and often competing deadlines.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities
Contract Review and Negotiation
Facilitate incoming contracts/agreements and ensure they are processed in a timely manner.
Review, process, and assist with negotiating terms and conditions with sponsors and the Office of Research and Partnerships.
Maintain current working knowledge of federal regulations, academic contracting practices, and sponsor policies.
Ensure agreements comply with university policies, sponsor requirements, and applicable regulations.
Identify and mitigate contractual risks related to intellectual property, publication rights, confidentiality, data sharing, and research compliance.
Demonstrate expertise in negotiating federal, academic, or business contracts in a research, academic medical or technical environment.
Demonstrate the ability to think quickly and effectively during negotiations to achieve creative resolutions to contract issues.
Process Improvement and Program Development
Evaluate contract administration workflows and recommend improvements.
Develop standardized procedures and templates.
Promote operational efficiencies and consistent contract management practices.
Support strategic initiatives that strengthen the research administration infrastructure.
Support adherence to institutional research administration standards and best practices.
Stakeholder Coordination and Liaison
Serve as the primary point of contact between: Faculty investigators, Research staff, Sponsors and industry partners, University research administration offices
Facilitate communication among stakeholders to ensure efficient contract execution.
Provide guidance regarding institutional requirements and sponsor expectations.
Customer Service and Relationship Management
Provide responsive and professional support to faculty, researchers, and administrative staff.
Build collaborative relationships with internal and external partners.
Manage competing priorities while maintaining high service standards and meeting deadlines.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Advanced knowledge of sponsored research regulations and compliance.
Skills in financial management and analytical expertise.
Leadership abilities in workflow/workload supervision and operational management.
Problem-solving skills in strategic planning and risk mitigation.
Communication abilities and relationship management skills.
Skills in process improvement and internal control development.
Abilities in risk assessment and regulatory interpretation knowledge.
This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
An advanced degree such as a Juris Doctor or a Master's degree in a technical field or Business Administration.
Experience in a university sponsored projects office, academic medical center, health-related college or industry contracts office.
Work Information
FLSA: Exempt
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40
Job FTE: 1.0
Work Calendar: Fiscal
Job Category: Research
Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay: $75,540 - $98,201
Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade: 10
Career Stream and Level: PC4
Job Family: Grant & Contract Admin
Job Function: Research
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies: 1
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
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Contact Information for Candidates
Office of Talent Acquisition
Open Date
9/4/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Resume and Cover Letter
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Worksite address
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