SRI International is looking for a talented Contracts Assistant, within the Contract Strategic Services (CSS) team, reporting to the CSS Manager.

The Contracts Assistant is responsible for supporting the Contracts and technical staff on a daily basis. This is a HYBRID role. Candidates must be commutable to SRI locations in Menlo Park, CA, Princeton, NJ or Arlington, VA, Anticipate 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.

The Contracts Assistant will be responsible for tasks including:

Entering and maintaining records in SRI's contract management system.
• Maintaining accurate records of contract deliverables and notifications to billing, entering and maintaining records in SRI's procurement system.
• Processing invoices, processing contract closeout documents,
• Preparing and submitting Invention and Patent Reports in accordance with the contract requirements, manage process to track reporting of Subcontractor audit reports
• Perform administrative tasks such as compilation of binders, scanning documents into internal drive, working with archives, and tracking files.
• Maintain contract and proposal files in accordance with SRI's policies and procedures and guidance from the Contract Officers Monitor project status reports to identify potential problem projects.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor's degree is a plus.
• U.S. Citizenship is required due to government contracts.
• One (1) year of work experience in the field of contracts.
• Data entry experience is required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required.
• Computer literacy is required, basic understanding of Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment is required.

Intangible skills:

• Must be able to effectively prioritize a steady and busy workload using sound judgment.
• Must be highly organized and detail oriented.
• Must have the ability to demonstrate flexibility and integrity in the workplace.
• Some understanding of contract terms and conditions is desired.
• High level of enthusiasm and energy desired.

The salary range is: $46,590.00-$69,183.00. Salary ranges will vary and are based on several factors, including geographic location, market competitiveness and equity amongst internal employees in similar roles. Positions may also qualify for SRI's Pay for Outstanding Performance program or the annual Performance Based Compensation program. SRI also has a competitive benefits package, to view details please go to https://www.sri.com/resources/benefits/.

SRI is an independent nonprofit research institute headquartered in Menlo Park, Calif., with a rich history of supporting government and industry. We create and deliver world-changing solutions for a safer, healthier, and more sustainable future. For more than 75 years, we have collaborated across technical and scientific disciplines to discover and develop groundbreaking products and technologies and bring innovations and ideas to the marketplace.