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Office Assistant
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Job ID 73338
Job Funding Source Work-Study, Non-Work-Study, Remote
Employer Vice President of Research, Office of - Research and Sponsored Projects (ORSP)
Category Office
Job Description

The Office of Research and Sponsored Projects (ORSP) safeguards and advances U-M's research enterprise by providing its partners with efficient pre-award and non-financial post-award services for the compliant administration of externally sponsored grants, contracts, and ancillary agreements. ORSP aspires to be recognized globally as the leading provider of innovative, high-value guidance on the conduct of sponsored research and other funded activities.
Under the leadership of the Assistant Director, Unfunded Agreements, and/or Contract Officers on the Unfunded Agreements team, this position is responsible for the review and negotiation of unfunded contracts and related agreements for the University of Michigan. Unfunded and related agreements may include: Non-Disclosure Agreements, Clinical Trial Non-Disclosure Agreements, Incoming Data Use Agreements, Outgoing Data Use Agreements, and Reciprocal Data Use Agreements.
Educational Value

Learning about drafting, reviewing, and revising Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and other contracts with private, non-profit, and governmental entities provides a significant meaningful educational value for several reasons:
1. Legal Understanding: Gaining knowledge about contract law helps individuals understand the legal obligations and rights of the parties involved. This includes understanding the implications of confidentiality clauses, liability, indemnity, and other legal terms.
2. Critical Thinking: Reviewing and revising contracts require critical thinking and attention to detail. It involves analyzing the terms, identifying potential risks, and ensuring that the contract aligns with the parties' intentions.
3. Negotiation Skills: Drafting and revising contracts often involve negotiation between parties. Learning this process enhances negotiation skills, helping individuals to advocate for their interests effectively while reaching mutually beneficial agreements.
4. Risk Management: Understanding how to identify and mitigate risks in contracts is crucial for protecting an organization's or individual's interests. This involves ensuring that the terms of the agreement are clear and enforceable.
5. Communication Skills: Clear and precise language is essential in contract drafting to avoid ambiguity. Developing the ability to communicate complex ideas in simple terms is a valuable skill in any professional setting.
6. Practical Application: Contracts are ubiquitous in personal and professional life. Learning how to draft and review them prepares individuals for various scenarios, from employment agreements to business partnerships.
7. Professional Development: For those pursuing careers in law, business, or management, these skills are fundamental. They enhance one’s ability to operate effectively in roles that require legal and contractual competence. In summary, gaining expertise in drafting, reviewing, and revising contracts enriches one’s legal acumen, enhances critical and analytical skills, and prepares individuals for effective participation in professional environments.

This position supports students in developing the following Career Readiness Competencies:
Career and Self-Development
Communication
Critical Thinking
Professionalism
Teamwork
Technology
Job Requirements

An undergraduate or graduate student studying Law, Political Science, Public Policy, or other related fields at the University of Michigan Ann Arbor, University of Michigan Dearborn, or University of Michigan Flint during the term of employment.
Eligible to receive work-study funds during the term of employment.
An interest in learning about or prior experience in contract review and negotiation
Attention to detail, critical thinking, time management, and professionalism
Hourly Rate $20.00/hour
Hours 8.0 to 20.0 hours per week
Time Frame Fall/Winter/Spring/Summer
Start Date ASAP
End Date At completion of project
Primary Contact Stella Zhou
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Work Location Remote, hybrid and/or in person at 3003 South State Street, 1st Floor Wolverine Tower, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1274
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