Contract Review Associate

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Contract Review Associate is a mid-level professional role within the CU Innovations faculty consulting contracting team. This position supports the review and processing of faculty consulting agreements and related contracts to ensure alignment with University policies, procedures, and compliance requirements. Working under the supervision of senior staff, the Associate assists in reviewing agreements, preparing redlines, and coordinating with faculty and external partners. The role emphasizes developing a strong foundation in contract review and negotiation, while building skills in clear communication and process management. The Contract Review Associate may also, under the direction of senior team members, assist with reviewing provisions that involve potential faculty intellectual property (IP). This position requires attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple agreements in a deadline-driven environment, and strong customer service skills when working with faculty and stakeholders across campus.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in legal studies, business, public administration or closely related field
2 years of professional experience in contract review, contract administration, or a related professional field.
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
Outstanding customer service skills.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Eagerness to learn and apply feedback from senior team members.
Commitment to collaboration and process improvement.
Ability to learn policies and procedures and effectively convey the information to stakeholders.
Mission driven - seeks out the why behind the work.
Collaborates effectively within a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Juris Doctorate (JD) and three (3) years of professional experience in contract review, contract administration, or public administration
Experience working in a university, research, or academic medical center environment.
Familiarity with contract law principles and standard business/legal terms.
Experience using workflow or contract management tools such as Ironclad.
Prior experience independently reviewing and liaising on contracts.

Responsibilities

Review faculty consulting agreements for compliance with established templates, policies, and procedures.
Assist in preparing redlines and recommended edits to contracts.
Conduct initial reviews of standard contract terms such as confidentiality, payment schedules, liability, and publication rights.
Track contract workflow and maintain accurate records of agreement status.
Serve as a supportive resource for faculty members with questions about consulting agreements and processes.
Support updates to templates, playbooks, and process documentation to improve consistency and efficiency.
Assist in tracking and reporting key contracting metrics such as turnaround times and agreement volumes.