Research Agreement Counsel

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as Research Agreement Counsel in its Office of Sponsored Programs (“OSP”).
 

Position Responsibilities

• Serve as lead within CSHL’s Office of Sponsored Programs for the coordinated review, negotiation and execution of incoming and outgoing subawards, contracts, and Other Transactional Agreements (OTAs).
• Coordinate with CSHL’s Legal, Finance, Intellectual Property and Research Compliance Departments and staff to address and resolve issues related to research agreement terms and conditions, insurance, financial conflicts of interest, indemnifications etc.
• Review and update subaward documentation to ensure compliance with institutional, Federal and other third-party funding requirements.
• Ensure that appropriate risk assessments are designed, executed and re-evaluated as needed.
• Manage and proactively coordinate research progress reports that include subawards.
• Assist OSP Senior Managers in the preparation and submission of associated subaward documentation and requests that may include: Prior approvals such as carryover, no-cost extensions, transfers, issuance of non-domestic sub-awards etc.
• Interface with collaborating institutions to initiate and complete subaward preparation and related documentation.
• Oversee the proper management of subaward records, FFATA reporting, and maintain a database and schedule for monitoring the workflow of subaward status.
• Support CSHL scientists with subaward budget preparation.
• Assist in reviewing all continuing awards and provide instructions for their set up in the CSHL accounting system.
• Participate in other post award responsibilities as needed.

Position Requirements

 Education:

• JD degree required; must be licensed to practice in New York
• Experience:
• 1-2 years of contract experience required. 
• Knowledge/Skills:
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple ongoing projects
• Experience drafting, negotiating and monitoring agreements

• Strict attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively under deadline pressures
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Supplemental Information

Compensation and Benefits:
Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, a range of recognition, wellness programs and access to an affordable and licensed on-site childcare center. Visit our CSHL Benefits site to learn more.
How to Apply: 
For immediate consideration, candidates should create an account and apply to the position found here: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/cshl/jobs/3966691/research-agreement-counsel?keywords=osp&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs Position ID: 270 
Environment:
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is a world-renowned research and education institution recognized internationally for its excellence in fundamental areas, such as cancer, neuroscience, plant biology, genomics, and quantitative biology. The Laboratory has long been recognized as a place for nurturing young scientists, with post-doctoral researchers being an integral part of the discovery process. The Laboratory offers a warm, collegial, and collaborative work environment in a beautiful location about one hour from New York City.
You are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition to your employment at the Laboratory. You will be required to provide proof of your vaccination on your first day of employment. For those individuals, who are unable to receive a vaccine due to access issues, they will be expected to receive the vaccine upon arrival in New York.
CSHL is an EO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. VEVRAA Federal Contractor