What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contracts Officer position at BioMADE?
Brief Description
The Contracts Officer provides expert contracting support to BioMADE, a Department of Defense (DoD) sponsored bioindustrial Manufacturing Innovation Institute (MII). The Contracts Officer is responsible for supporting a variety of BioMADE contract and award processing, as well as procurement and other agreements. This position reports directly to the Director of Contracts and Agreements. BioMADE receives awards from multiple sources and issues subawards to industry, academic and non-profit entities after an RFP process. These awards are negotiated and executed by the Contracts and Agreements team.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
About Us
BioMADE is a public-private partnership at the forefront of the exciting bioindustrial manufacturing industry. Bioindustrial manufacturing is transforming how we make products in the U.S. – from chemicals to materials to food and more. Working with our network of 330 leading industry, academic, and nonprofit members, BioMADE is securing America’s future through bioindustrial manufacturing innovation, education, and collaboration.
By harnessing the power of biology, BioMADE and its members are creating more robust and resilient supply chains, making the U.S. more self-sufficient, re-shoring manufacturing jobs, and producing more environmentally sustainable products without relying on traditional petroleum sources. BioMADE is also building a globally competitive STEM workforce to ensure American workers are prepared and ready to fill new jobs within this rapidly growing industry. National interest and momentum for bioindustrial manufacturing is at an all-time high. Join this dynamic, growing organization to make a difference in the future of bioindustrial manufacturing!
BioMADE offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience, an annual bonus plan, and a comprehensive benefits package which includes 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and a generous contribution toward dependent coverage, short- and long-term disability insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, flexible spending plan, a robust 401(k) retirement plan with a dollar-for-dollar up to 6% match, accrued Paid Time Off, and a generous holiday calendar. We also offer a hybrid work environment for many positions, casual dress, free parking, internet and cell phone stipend, and continuing skillset development opportunities.
Export Control Disclaimer
This position will involve access to hardware, commodities, and technical information subject to the Export Administration Regulations or International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Accordingly, any hiring decision might depend in part on the BioMADE's ability to obtain or rely on federal government authorization as required, if you are not a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., asylee, refugee, or other qualifying protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
EOE Statement
BioMADE is an equal opportunity employer to all and makes hiring and employment decisions without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
The Contracts Officer provides expert contracting support to BioMADE, a Department of Defense (DoD) sponsored bioindustrial Manufacturing Innovation Institute (MII). The Contracts Officer is responsible for supporting a variety of BioMADE contract and award processing, as well as procurement and other agreements. This position reports directly to the Director of Contracts and Agreements. BioMADE receives awards from multiple sources and issues subawards to industry, academic and non-profit entities after an RFP process. These awards are negotiated and executed by the Contracts and Agreements team.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Draft, negotiate, and administer complex contractual agreements between BioMADE and its partners for the conduct of research, training, and other sponsored activities.
- Analyze contract and/or award requirements, special provisions, terms, and conditions to ensure compliance with appropriate laws, regulations, corporate policies and business unit procedures.
- Support subaward tracking, issuance, subrecipient monitoring and subaward closeouts.
- Ensure contracting actions are carried out in compliance with all federal and agency requirements including the Federal Funding and Accountability Transparency Act and DATA Act and reporting obligations are in compliance with the Federal Subcontractor Reporting System.
- Use sound professional judgment to effectively balance compliance needs with BioMADE’s commitments to fund research, and the ability to convey potential changes and listen for feedback in a collaborative and constructive way.
- Proactively encourage and facilitate collaborative partnerships with members and demonstrate a commitment to excellent customer service.
- Interact with colleagues at all levels in the public and private sectors to encourage consensus on contractual issues.
- Maintain current knowledge of the regulations, requirements and national practices and procedures impacting research administration. In these capacities, it is expected that the incumbent will participate in professional development opportunities, and/or one or more professional organizations or groups.
- Maintain knowledge through continuing education and professional development.
- Participate in the assessment of sub-awardee or contractor performance.
- Liaise with other departments especially finance and program teams.
- Work to find resolution to contractual problems through appropriate terms and conditions and other conflict resolution due to poor or lack of performance-related issues.
- Support audit responses.
- Maintain electronic copies of relevant contractual documents.
- Support the development and implementation of operational plans, standard operating procedures and processes relating to contract performance and management.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s Degree and 4-6 years professional experience.
- Experience with 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance) governed agreements is a plus.
- Experience working with the US Department of Defense or other National Security Agencies a plus.
- Significant knowledge of federal and/or non-federal contract and grant administration. Experience with Code of Federal Regulations, Federal Acquisition Regulations, grant administration circulars, regulations and policies.
- Strong professional judgment and effective problem resolution skills required.
- Ability to work collegially and effectively.
- Must be detail-oriented and well organized.
- Must be able to prioritize workload and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Experience working with and maintaining confidential information.
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally with a wide variety of membership institutions that may include faculty, senior corporate leaders, administrators, staff, and sponsor representatives.
- Ability to establish and maintain positive and sustained relationships that foster a high level of trust.
- Experience managing awards at a defense-focused nonprofit R&D facility preferred.
About Us
BioMADE is a public-private partnership at the forefront of the exciting bioindustrial manufacturing industry. Bioindustrial manufacturing is transforming how we make products in the U.S. – from chemicals to materials to food and more. Working with our network of 330 leading industry, academic, and nonprofit members, BioMADE is securing America’s future through bioindustrial manufacturing innovation, education, and collaboration.
By harnessing the power of biology, BioMADE and its members are creating more robust and resilient supply chains, making the U.S. more self-sufficient, re-shoring manufacturing jobs, and producing more environmentally sustainable products without relying on traditional petroleum sources. BioMADE is also building a globally competitive STEM workforce to ensure American workers are prepared and ready to fill new jobs within this rapidly growing industry. National interest and momentum for bioindustrial manufacturing is at an all-time high. Join this dynamic, growing organization to make a difference in the future of bioindustrial manufacturing!
BioMADE offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience, an annual bonus plan, and a comprehensive benefits package which includes 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and a generous contribution toward dependent coverage, short- and long-term disability insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, flexible spending plan, a robust 401(k) retirement plan with a dollar-for-dollar up to 6% match, accrued Paid Time Off, and a generous holiday calendar. We also offer a hybrid work environment for many positions, casual dress, free parking, internet and cell phone stipend, and continuing skillset development opportunities.
Export Control Disclaimer
This position will involve access to hardware, commodities, and technical information subject to the Export Administration Regulations or International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Accordingly, any hiring decision might depend in part on the BioMADE's ability to obtain or rely on federal government authorization as required, if you are not a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., asylee, refugee, or other qualifying protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
EOE Statement
BioMADE is an equal opportunity employer to all and makes hiring and employment decisions without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
