American Institutes for Research Senior Contracts and Grants Specialist Rockville, Maryland Apply Now Work for a first-class institution that is innovative, multi-dimensional, and dynamic by joining AIR as a Senior Contracts and Grants Specialist . The Senior Contracts and Grants Specialist will play an integral role in delivering on some of the most meaningful projects in communities across the United States and the world. You’ll collaborate with our teams of motivated and passionate visionaries, where your input will be valued and your contributions vital to our success. AIR’s Contracts&Grants team seeks a Senior Contract&Grants Specialist to support its international grants and contracts portfolio. This position reports to the Senior Director of Contracts and Grants and will provide full cycle contract administration inclusive of pre-award (proposals), post-award and related compliance matters. This position will ensure execution of Agreements in accordance with AIR policies, legal requirements, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and other agreements with domestic and international funders. Responsibilities Provide leadership in administering a diverse post-award contracts and grants portfolio, working with internal and external customers to meet shifting requirements and ensure customer satisfaction and quality and timeliness of work product. Respond in an informed and timely fashion to questions and requests for assistance, demonstrating appropriate sense of urgency when responding to internal and external customer requests. Prepare and negotiate various contractual instruments including but not limited to contracts, grants, non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, subcontracts, task orders, etc. in accordance with AIR policies and applicable requirements. Lead pre-award compliance risk review, preparation of business proposal forms and responsive and compliant business volumes for client submission. Proactively engage in pre-award subcontracting matters, providing compliance guidance to partners and internal proposal teams. Review cost narratives and participate in design of pricing strategies/approaches to ensure compliance with Client requirements and AIR policies and business practices. Develop, implement, and evolve processes and structures to ensure effective and compliant business systems and operations. Develop good business relationships with senior contracts officials of major customers in coordination with priorities of internal leadership. Stay informed of institute-wide research activities, industry trends, contract issues, and customer relationships to provide insight and advice that protects and advances AIR’s success. Qualifications Education, Knowledge, and Experience: Bachelor’s degree with at least 9 years of work experience and demonstrated capability considered; or a Master’s degree with at least 7 years of relevant experience. At least 7 years of progressively complex and relevant full-cycle contracts experience. Substantial knowledge of federal rules and regulations including but not limited to Uniform Guidance, FAR, AIDAR, FTR. International experience and familiarity with major donors such as USAID and the United Nations. Experience in negotiating a variety of contractual instruments. Skills: Demonstrated excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to work well independently and collaborate as a member of a team. Ability to consistently meet established timelines while prioritizing multiple objectives and projects. Experience, judgment, and senior presence to productively interact with internal and external customers to identify and resolve risk and performance issues. Effective and persuasive communicator continually demonstrating sensitivity to diversity, equity, and inclusion with cultural and linguistic competence. Strong project management and organizational skills. Proficient in using standard MS Office programs. Accurate judgment to know when to take the lead, when to involve others, and how to set priorities. Ability to collaborate effectively in a virtual work environment. Disclosures: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position. Job Location US-Remote | US-VA-Arlington | US-TX-Austin | US-NC-Chapel Hill | US-IL-Chicago | US-MD-Rockville | US-MA-Waltham J-18808-Ljbffr