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Rutgers is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Posting Number: 23ST1565 Job Link: <a href="https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/203781" target="_blank">https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/203781</a> Recruitment/Posting Title: Research Contract/Grant Specialist Job Category: Staff &amp; Executive - Grants Management Department: Grant Preaward Office – Newark
About Rutgers University-Newark, an urban public research university, and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise, is seeking a&nbsp; Research Contract/Grant Specialist. Reports to Assistant Director&nbsp;of Sponsored Research.
Applicant Documents Required
Resume/CV Cover Letter/Letter of Application&nbsp; List of Professional References (Contact Info)

Research Contract Grant Specialist

Organizational Overview: Food Forward Inc.fights hunger and prevents food waste by rescuing fresh surplusproduce, connecting this abundance with people experiencing foodinsecurity, and inspiring others to do the same. Fruits andvegetables are collected from backyard fruit trees, farmersmarkets, growers, and wholesale produce distributors. Thisrecovered produce is provided free of charge to hunger relieforganizations serving communities, including food banks, agenciesserving unhoused people, domestic violence shelters, transitionalyouth homes, veteran services, family resource centers, LGBTQ+teen/adult/senior services, and more.&nbsp; On an average day, FoodForward is distributing enough fruits and vegetables to meet thedaily recommended servings for more than 270,000 people. See ourcore values below.&nbsp;
Position Overview: Food Forward seeks amotivated nonprofit leader experienced in fundraising operationsand project management. The Associate Director, Operations &amp;Annual Giving is a new position that will play a role insolidifying Food Forward’s growth trajectory by enhancing theoperational efficiency of our Development team. The ideal candidateis a strategist who can work collaboratively across teams toinnovate systems and build scalable revenue streams that will serveour mission. Critical skills include strong verbal and writtencommunication, the ability to translate data into strategy, and theability to lead projects with calm and clarity.
Working with the Chief Development Officer, the AssociateDirector will provide new capacity to a high-performing team.Success in year one will include:
<ul>
<li>Creation of a new KPI/benchmarkreporting workflow that motivates and provides learning for theDevelopment team and the organization’s leadership;</li>
<li>Successful management of theschedules and deliverables for at least three fundraising campaignsthroughout year one, including analysis of results towards abenchmarked increase over previous year;</li>
<li>Completion of a compliance review andrecommendations for improved donor experience (such asacknowledgments, vetting, disclosures, etc);</li>
<li>Demonstrate a deep understanding ofFood Forward’s mission and donor base.</li>
</ul>
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for strategy and implementation of:&nbsp;
Department Operations, including:
<ul>
<li>Team dashboards, benchmarks, KPIs,and progress toward strategic plan goals</li>
<li>Gift processing and donor services,including timely and accurate acknowledgments and other compliancethat ensure positive donor connections</li>
<li>Department timelines for campaigns,events, cross-department operations, team meetings</li>
<li>Department database and technology,including CRM (Salesforce), donation processing (current: Classy),additional campaign tools, equipment, shared file systems</li>
<li>Financial reporting, reconciliation,and compliance, coordinating the Development and Financedepartments</li>
<li>Tracking department deliverables,including fulfillment, partner benefits, key statistics</li>
</ul>
Annual Giving, including:
<ul>
<li>Annual plan for the annualgiving/scaled income stream (focus: individuals), includingstrategy, goal tracking, team workplans</li>
<li>Campaign management coordinated withthe Communications team, including strategy, timelines, production(eg. mail), reporting</li>
<li>Digital fundraising and stewardshipwith the Communications team, including regular analytics reviews,testing, acquisition, visibility tracking</li>
<li>Pipeline strategy, processes, andtools to manage prospects and increase support, coordinating withMajor Gifts Officer</li>
<li>Special projects to increase theorganization’s visibility to build a donor base, such as affiliategroups and third-party validator websites</li>
<li>Regular reporting on budgetbenchmarks and cashflow</li>
<li>Analytics and content for performancereports to leadership and the Board of Directors, includingbenchmarking to industry standards</li>
<li>Income forecasting and data-informedgrowth strategies for future years&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Staff Supervision and Administration, including:
<ul>
<li>Supervise two: Development OperationsSupervisor (database specialist) and Coordinator&nbsp;</li>
<li>Contract management</li>
<li>Ongoing learning for processimprovements that incorporate best practices, inspire teamperformance</li>
<li>Organization-wide initiatives asneeded</li>
</ul>

Associate Director, Operations & Annual Giving

Senior Product Specialist, Core Protocol (Offchain Labs, Inc., New York, NY)
Support the planning, coordination, and delivery of advanced blockchain infrastructure projects. Collaborate with engineering, research, partnerships, and product stakeholders to define product strategy, develop specifications, and ensure alignment between protocol development and business goals. Coordinate end-to-end product planning and delivery processes, from development scoping through go-to-market execution for blockchain protocol features. Develop and maintain product roadmaps focused on scalability, performance optimization, and adoption of core technologies such as Ethereum Improvement Proposals (EIPs) and Rollup Improvement Proposals (RIPs). Prepare and update product documentation, technical briefs, and launch materials to support internal alignment and external understanding. Collaborate with engineering, research, and cross-functional teams to synthesize market feedback, user requirements, and technical constraints to inform product planning. Track product milestones, feature progress, and overall delivery timelines to ensure adherence to established schedules and quality standards. Participate in defining technical requirements and use cases by engaging with developers, researchers, and ecosystem partners. Support coordination of exploratory research outcomes with engineering teams, transforming insights into scoped product features. Contribute to the evaluation of performance metrics and feedback loops to continuously improve product functionality and user experience. Collaborate with the marketing and partnerships teams to align messaging strategies and narratives around key protocol upgrades. Assist in resource planning by providing input on project timelines, capacity needs, and product dependencies. Facilitate product-focused discussions, planning meetings, and documentation reviews across teams involved in protocol development. Stay informed on industry trends, protocol advancements, and relevant community discussions to anticipate future product requirements. Domestic and international travel up to 20% of the time for industry conferences and client meetings. Position is 100% remote and reports to HQ in New York, NY. Salary: $208,012.00 - $269,320.80 per year.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree or U.S. equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, plus 4 years of professional experience as a Product Manager, IT Project Manager or any occupation/position/job title involving blockchain technology and software product development for production-grade decentralized applications (dApps), smart contracts, or blockchain-based platforms.
Must also have experience in the following: 4 years of professional experience working with blockchain technologies and their application in core protocol product development and integrating blockchain solutions into products, while staying current with blockchain trends and innovations; 4 years of professional experience working with blockchain technologies including smart contracts and tokens; 4 years of professional experience shipping production-grade software (including blockchain frameworks, decentralized applications, smart contracts, and developer tools); 4 years of professional experience collaborating with engineering teams to guide technical development; 4 years of professional experience allocating resources, formulating budgets, and creating project plans, schedules, and roadmaps; 4 years of professional experience improving infrastructure through gathering user feedback, monitoring performance, and iterating; 1 year of professional experience working with software development processes, including blockchain protocols, decentralized applications (dApps), and smart contract development, and Ethereum consensus or execution clients; and 1 year of professional experience as a technical contributor on distributed systems, including blockchain networks, decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms, smart contracts, and Ethereum consensus or execution clients.
CONTACT: Please apply online at <a href="https://www.offchainlabs.com/careers" target="_blank">https://www.offchainlabs.com/careers</a> &nbsp;

Senior Product Specialist, Core Protocol

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About Williams-Sonoma DC - Olive Branch, MS
Since it was founded in 1956, Williams - Sonoma has grown from Chuck Williams’ single store in Sonoma, CA into one of the largest retailers in the country, with some best known and most beloved brands in home furnishings, including Williams – Sonoma, Pottery Barn and West Elm.
Our Distribution Centers serve as vital connections between factories and our retail, online and mail-order customers around the world. The Supply Chain environment is dynamic and fast-paced, and the network is expanding rapidly. If you have a background in distribution, manufacturing, engineering, transportation, finance, human resources, or home delivery – and are looking for a job with a strong opportunity for gaining new skills and for advancement – our Supply Chain Organization could be just the place for you.
 
Williams-Sonoma, Inc Supply Chain Overview
By managing resources responsibly, caring for our people, and uniting around our values, we lead our industry and are proud to be recognized for our continuous action and progress in the following areas: Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies; Forbes Best Employers for Women and Diversity; Newsweek America's Most Responsible Companies; and USA Today Customer Service Champions. These honors reflect that we are truly a people-first organization.
<ul>
<li>Over 4,000 Full-Time Associates across the Supply Chain</li>
<li>14.5M square feet of small parcel, personalization, furniture, and manufacturing space in the domestic US, Williams-Sonoma has developed an agile and capable distribution network consisting of the following:</li>
<li>Large package / furniture distribution centers located in Southern California, Northern California, Texas, Georgia, and New Jersey totaling 9.2M square feet plus another 1.2M square feet of standalone final-mile furniture hubs.</li>
<li>Small package eCommerce distribution centers located in Mississippi and Arizona totaling 3.2M square feet, consisting of over 1,000 full-time associates and 1,500 seasonal/temporary associates in Mississippi</li>
<li>Sutter Street Manufacturing upholstery factories located in North Carolina and Mississippi totaling with over 1,400 full-time employees producing approximately $900 million to $1 billion in sales of upholstered furniture</li>
<li>Transportation Department for Ocean, Air, Trucking, and Rail consisting of over 30 transportation professionals located in Memphis, TN</li>
<li>700 associates in our Sourcing offices in 10 countries in Asia and Europe including China, Vietnam, Singapore, India, Italy, and Turkey</li>
</ul>
 
The Contract Specialist is responsible for drafting, negotiating, and managing a wide range of contracts and vendor relationships in support of business operations. This role partners closely with Operations, 3rd-party providers, Procurement, Legal, Finance, Risk, and other departments to ensure agreements align with company standards, reduce risk, and drive cost savings. The Specialist serves as a primary point of contact for contract-related activities and plays a key role in implementing best-in-class contracting processes and vendor management practices.
 
The Contract Specialist position is located in Olive Branch, MS.
 
You'll be excited about this opportunity because you will....
<ul>
<li>Deliver weekly status reporting and metrics related to contracts review and cost savings</li>
<li>Draft, review, benchmark, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including NDAs, MSAs, SLAs, SOWs, leases, order forms, amendments, and technology-related contracts</li>
<li>Ensure final contract documents reflect negotiated terms and comply with internal policies, legal requirements, and business objectives</li>
<li>Identify contractual risks and provide decision support to business partners, offering recommendations and mitigation strategies</li>
<li>Maintain a thorough understanding of contract law and apply it in all reviews and negotiations</li>
<li>Participate in vendor initiatives, including sourcing activities (RFx), supplier evaluations, vendor recommendations, and contract negotiation</li>
<li>Analyze vendor spend and business requirements to propose cost-saving opportunities and optimize vendor relationships</li>
<li>Proactively monitor contract renewals, amendments, expirations, and compliance with contractual obligations</li>
<li>Manage real-time contract review tracking through internal systems such as SharePoint, spend tools, and service management platforms</li>
<li>Act as a primary contracting point of contact for business partners and stakeholders across the supply chain</li>
<li>Collaborate with Legal, Corporate Accounting, Risk, Compliance, Operations, and Internal Audit teams on contract reviews and corporate compliance matters</li>
<li>Participate in or lead team meetings to provide updates on contract status, vendor spend, renewals, and cost savings metrics</li>
<li>Communicate with internal partners regarding contract proposals, risk considerations, litigation concerns, and other matters affecting business units</li>
<li>Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining best-in-class contracting, vendor management, and procurement processes</li>
<li>Create or improve contracting procedures to balance rigor with operational efficiency and avoid bottlenecks for business units</li>
<li>Ensure internal contract procedures are effective, compliant, and aligned with company interests</li>
<li>Support the creation and maintenance of workflows, templates, and process documentation within Procurement and the Raindrops Contract Management system</li>
<li>Educate and train business partners on contracting processes, vendor management practices, and related tools</li>
<li>Provide customer service and expert guidance to internal stakeholders throughout the contracting lifecycle</li>
<li>Support teams participating in RFP responses by reviewing requirements, identifying risks, and advising on appropriate contractual language.</li>
<li>Deliver weekly reporting and metrics related to contract status, cost savings, renewals, and vendor performance.</li>
<li>Maintain consistent documentation and real-time updates in systems such as SharePoint, ServiceNow, and procurement/spend management tools.</li>
<li>Operate required office equipment and maintain clear communication channels across teams</li>
</ul>
 
Check out some of the required qualifications we are looking for in amazing candidates….
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering or related field</li>
<li>At least 3 years of experience in directly related to indirect procurement (strategic sourcing, category/supplier/spend management), contracts and vendor relationship management</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of contract law, contracting principles, and vendor management best practices</li>
<li>Experience partnering with Legal, Risk, Corporate Accounting, and Compliance teams</li>
<li>Working knowledge of internal audit interactions and compliance standards</li>
<li>Strong analytical ability with aptitude for numbers and financial basics</li>
<li>Proficiency with MS Office Suite (including redlining Word documents) and Adobe Acrobat</li>
<li>Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and multitasking capability</li>
<li>Outstanding written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills</li>
</ul>
 
We prefer some of these qualities as well….
<ul>
<li>Experience with SharePoint, ServiceNow, or spend management tools</li>
</ul>
 
Review these physical requirements, as they play a major part in this role….
<ul>
<li>Must be able to walk, stand, bend, and climb stairs/ladder; Sits for a long period of time</li>
<li>Able to use computer for an extended period of time</li>
<li>Repetitive movement with hand and fingers to operate a computer, phone, and keyboard</li>
</ul>
 
Our company benefits are second to none in the industry….
<ul>
<li>Generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brand products</li>
<li>401(k) plan and other investment opportunities</li>
<li>Paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts Community Service Program, and Holidays (in some locations)</li>
<li>Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits, Legal and Identity Protection Plans and Pet Insurance</li>
<li>For more information on our benefits offerings, please visit MyWSIBenefits.com</li>
<li>To learn more about our Supply Chain culture and regional associate events, please visit: <a href="https://shorturl.at/R3OAX" target="_blank">https://shorturl.at/R3OAX</a> (Login credentials may be required)</li>
</ul>
EOE
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Contract Specialist

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Our client, Garud Technology Services, is recruiting a Contract Specialist to support federal acquisition efforts. This role provides cradle to grave contracting support and partners directly with government stakeholders on meaningful mission driven programs. 
 
What you will do
 
• Support full life cycle federal contracting activities from planning through award and administration 
• Prepare and route acquisition documents for government review 
• Analyze cost elements and support competitive range and source selection activities 
• Apply the FAR and agency specific procurement regulations 
• Work within systems such as PRISM, FPDS, and SAM.gov 
• Maintain operational security and manage sensitive information 
 
What we are looking for
 
• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of federal contracting experience or 7+ years of experience and 24 college credits. 
• Experience with FAR Parts 8, 12, 13, 15, and 16 
• Strong writing, communication, and analytical skills 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 
• Experience with government contract writing systems

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Beacon Hill is seeking a Contract Specialist to support an in-house Contracts Division team. This is a remote, full-time role. The Contract Specialist will assist in reviewing, revising, and negotiating a variety of research-related agreements, including confidentiality agreements, clinical trial agreements, amendments, and other sponsor-driven contracts. This is an excellent opportunity for an entry-level professional with some experience in contract review or negotiation who is looking to grow within a collaborative, fast-paced in-house environment.
Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Perform initial review of contracts, agreements, and related documentation with Industry and Foundation sponsors in coordination with internal administrators.</li>
<li>Redline contracts using approved enterprise language guidelines.</li>
<li>Track negotiation progress within designated systems and maintain organized, up-to-date records.</li>
<li>Implement requested contract language changes and submit revised agreements to sponsors for review and approval.</li>
<li>Maintain ongoing communication with sponsors and internal teams regarding the status of contract negotiations.</li>
<li>Apply approved contract provisions effectively during contract review.</li>
<li>Manage the receipt, processing, and execution of agreements.</li>
<li>Review, revise, and negotiate contract terms; provide support to internal stakeholders as needed.</li>
<li>Collaborate with Legal Affairs or other internal review groups on contract language or required revisions.</li>
<li>Consult with Contracts Team Leads or Managers on contract terms when necessary.</li>
<li>Process master/boilerplate agreements, work/study orders, amendments, and modifications.</li>
<li>Review IRB or IACUC approvals, associated budgets, and complete required documentation for account or project setup.</li>
<li>Provide guidance to internal departments on contract-related processes and procedures.</li>
</ul>
Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Entry-level experience; prior experience with contract review or negotiation preferred.</li>
<li>Candidates must be located in one of the following states PA, NJ, NY, DE, MD, DC and VA </li>
<li>Ability to negotiate confidentiality agreements, amendments, and clinical trial agreements.</li>
<li>Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.</li>
<li>Ability to prioritize and manage multiple agreements with competing deadlines.</li>
<li>Strong written and verbal communication skills.</li>
<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with contract management or research administration systems is a plus. </li>
</ul>
Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
 
California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
 
If you would like to complete our voluntary self-identification form, please click here or copy and paste the following link into an open window in your browser: <a href="https://jobs.beaconhillstaffing.com/eeoc/" target="_blank">https://jobs.beaconhillstaffing.com/eeoc/</a>
 
Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records.
 
Company Profile:
 
Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.
 
Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.
 
Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting <a href="http://www.bhsg.com" target="_blank">www.bhsg.com</a>.
 
Benefits Information:
 
Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.
 
We look forward to working with you.
 
Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)

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Contract Specialist
Location: Phoenix, AZ 85007 (Onsite)
6 Months
 


Job Description:
This position serves as a Contract Specialist for the Engineering Consultant Section.
The specific duties for this position will include but will not be limited to the following:
Contract Knowledge
Reviewing and Approving Payment
Reports/Invoices
Accounting practices
Fundamentals of budget and expenditures
Computer knowledge including;
Google, Excel, Word, and Acrobat Adobe
Organizing and Prioritizing work assignments
 
 
Required Skills
Experience with Contracts/Contract Knowledge
2+ Years of Accounting Experience
Experience reviewing and approving Payment reports/Invoices
Microsoft Office and Adobe Experience
 
Preferred Skills
Fundamentals of Budgets and Expenditures
Bachelor's Degree or Higher

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