Site: Mass General Brigham Incorporated Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary The Opportunity The Agreement Associate is an active member of the MGB central Research Management office and works closely with contracts for research at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital, and other institutions within the MGB system. The Agreement Associate is committed to identifying and adhering to best practices in grants and contracts administration, while upholding the highest standards of integrity and fiduciary responsibility. The Agreement Associate will proactively address the demands of research grant administration by providing exceptional customer service to MGB’s distinguished research community and collaborators in their pioneering efforts in science and medicine. With guidance from senior level staff, the Agreement Associate manages the contract needs for a portfolio of research departments. As a primary contact for departments, investigators, and sponsors regarding contractual issues, the Agreement Associate interprets the complex requirements associated with both incoming and outgoing research contracts, subcontracts, and foundation awards. Included in these responsibilities are reviewing and negotiating the terms and conditions for various types of incoming and outgoing contracts in accordance with internal policy and applicable law, and aiding Research Management and Hospital colleagues with the interpretation of terms and conditions throughout the lifecycle of an award. The Agreement Associate will act both independently and as a member of a dynamic group to achieve the goals of MGB Research Management. The volume and complexity of the work is commensurate with experience; and the opportunity exists to take on a greater and more in-depth workload with successful performance. Qualifications Responsibilities • Manage an assigned portfolio of research departments and serve as the primary resource for all contract needs within the portfolio. • Negotiate the terms and conditions of incoming research contracts, subcontracts, and research service agreements from federal and state agencies, foundations, and not-for-profit entities. • Draft and negotiate the terms and conditions of outgoing subcontracts and clinical site agreements issued under research awards received from federal and state agencies, foundations, and not-for-profit entities. • Prepare subsequent amendments and modifications outgoing subcontracts and review amendments to incoming agreements. • Review contract terms and conditions at proposal submission time as needed. • Identify any problematic language that may require negotiation and/or input from other MGB offices such as Innovation, Clinical Trials Office, Office of General Counsel, and other MGB entities as needed. • Develop skills to manage large scale collaboration contracts as assigned. • Support staff with ongoing administration of contract requirements; interpret and explain terms and conditions to internal staff, hospital departments, and sponsor representatives. • Assist colleagues with the resolution of problems related to contract terms and conditions, compliance with sponsor and institutional policy, and any other contract related issues. • Maintain active communication with investigators, department administrators and agency officials with regard to research contracts throughout the grant lifecycle. • Assist with the training of team members such as the Contract Administrator(s) and Grant Administrator(s), as applicable. • Responsible for timely contract execution, and appropriate escalation of stalled contract negotiation. • Eligible for limited institutional signing authority after a minimum of one year – subject to management discretion. • Initiate triage for agreements as necessary and work to ensure they reach the correct office/department. • Ensure all electronic records are kept up to date with the most current documentation and information. • Run reports to measure and manage workflow effectively and efficiently. • Work with Senior Agreement Associate and/or Post-Award Manager on complex transactions and issues. • Work on special projects for the Post-Award team or the Research Management office overall, as assigned. • Assumes additional responsibilities as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of three years professional experience in legal, contract administration, or related research administration position(s). - An advanced legal degree (JD preferred) may be sufficient in lieu of some professional experience. SKILLS FOR SUCCESSFUL - Some familiarity with federal grant policies preferred but not required. - Experience with contracting, preferably in research but not required. - Excellent oral and written communication skills. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. - Excellent problem solving skills. - Strong verbal, quantitative, and interpersonal skills; attention to detail. - Must possess ability to thrive in a busy, high-volume, and deadline driven work team environment that requires coordination of multiple activities and the judgment and flexibility to reprioritize tasks as needed. - Requires independent and strong organization skills and customer service focus. Additional Job Details (if applicable) Remote Working Model Requirements This is a remote role that can be done from most US states. - M-F Eastern Business Hours required - Compliant, quiet, secure work station required Remote Type Remote Work Location 399 Revolution Drive Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $63,648.00 - $90,750.40/Annual Grade 6 At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package. EEO Statement: 0100 Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642. Mass General Brigham Competency Framework At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

The Work: ICF is looking for multiple Research Specialists to support a multi-year, large-scale systematic literature review project on physical activity for a federal client. Candidates will report to the Project Manager and/or Research Methodologist and will be primarily responsible for supporting literature screening and data extraction processes. They may also participate in various aspects of reporting results. The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of exercise science concepts, the impacts of physical activity on health outcomes, the ability to critically evaluate scientific literature, familiarity with the systematic literature review approach, and strong attention to detail. Job Location: This is a remote position however, the job must be performed in the United States. If you accept this position, you should note that ICF does monitor employee work locations and blocks access from foreign locations/foreign IP addresses, and also prohibits personal VPN connections. As an on-call/freelancer, you might work zero to 30 hours per week, depending on our workload. - Work volume will fluctuate across the lifespan of the project. The weekly number of hours assigned to each Research Specialist will be dependent on project needs and Research Specialist’s availability. - Research Specialists should be available to provide at least 5-10 hours of support per week; however, some weeks may have 0 hours assigned. - Our core work hours are 10am - 4pm Eastern Time with the option to start earlier or work later depending on your time zone. - Research Specialists may work outside of core work hours but must be able to attend and participate in regularly scheduled team meetings during ICF core work hours. Work schedules will be coordinated with the project leaders. What You Will Do: Research Specialists will support the project through the following activities - Screening literature for inclusion/exclusion in reviews - Extracting data from the included literature - Assessing the quality of included studies using standardized assessment tools - Supporting report development What You Will Bring With You: - Master’s degree plus 1-2 years of experience conducting research related to physical activity, exercise, or public health. - Educational background in a physical activity-related field such as exercise science, kinesiology, physical education, health science, or public health. - Ability to read, interpret, and critically evaluate scientific literature related to physical activity, public health, and health behavior and outcomes. - Experience conducting systematic literature reviews. What We Would Like You To Bring With You: - Familiarity with the 2nd Edition of the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans - Experience with systematic literature review management platforms (e.g., DistillerSR, Covidence, Rayyan, etc.) - Basic understanding of the meta-analysis approach as demonstrated through past job experience, coursework, and/or publication history - Basic understanding of umbrella reviews (review of reviews) as demonstrated through coursework or publication history Professional Skills: - Strong attention to detail - Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams - Ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects under strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Working at ICF ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.  Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. Candidate AI Usage Policy At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.  However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.   Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $74,090.00 - $125,954.00 Nationwide Remote Office (US99)

• Research Consultants design, manage and execute multi-faceted projects for philanthropic, non-profit, and government clients. • Responsible for client-facing work that spans the full life cycle of the project, from scoping, design, data collection, and analysis to reporting and facilitating learning sessions with clients and community stakeholders. • Serve on multiple project teams, playing various roles from analyst and learning partner to project manager or lead on streams of work. • Work closely with project directors and team members to co-design and implement work plans, collect and analyze data (qualitative and quantitative), and support the production of high-quality, actionable products. • Actively involved in efforts to facilitate and engage diverse stakeholders in co-creation, sensemaking, and shared learning. • Ample opportunities to contribute to organizational development and success by participating in team retreats and workgroups focused on business development, organizational learning, communications, field building, and strengthening internal infrastructure.

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description ICF is looking for multiple Research Specialists to support a multi-year, large-scale systematic literature review project on physical activity for a federal client. Candidates will report to the Project Manager and/or Research Methodologist and will be primarily responsible for supporting literature screening and data extraction processes. They may also participate in various aspects of reporting results. - Support literature screening and data extraction processes - Participate in various aspects of reporting results The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of exercise science concepts, the impacts of physical activity on health outcomes, the ability to critically evaluate scientific literature, familiarity with the systematic literature review approach, and strong attention to detail. Qualifications - Master’s degree plus 1-2 years of experience conducting research related to physical activity, exercise, or public health - Educational background in a physical activity-related field such as exercise science, kinesiology, physical education, health science, or public health - Ability to read, interpret, and critically evaluate scientific literature related to physical activity, public health, and health behavior and outcomes - Experience conducting systematic literature reviews Requirements - Familiarity with the 2nd Edition of the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans - Experience with systematic literature review management platforms (e.g., DistillerSR, Covidence, Rayyan, etc.) - Basic understanding of the meta-analysis approach as demonstrated through past job experience, coursework, and/or publication history - Basic understanding of umbrella reviews (review of reviews) as demonstrated through coursework or publication history Professional Skills - Strong attention to detail - Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams - Ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects under strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment Working at ICF ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. Pay Range The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $74,090.00 - $125,954.00