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Research Contract Support

Grounded in integrity and tenacity, RCS supports the research community with expert contract management services that grow the University's research enterprise and establish and strengthen strategic alliances with its sponsors.

Our Services

Research Contract Services (RCS) performs compliance and risk mitigation functions for Rutgers through the management of contracts and grants, including the review, drafting, and negotiation of agreements. RCS manages agreements that support research, research services and/or sponsored programs, including, but not limited to:

  • Research agreements
  • Services agreements
  • Research collaboration agreements
  • Confidentiality agreements
  • Material transfer agreements (MTAs)
  • Data use agreements (DUAs)

Additionally, RCS provides the following services:

  • Training and educational services (S.P.A.C.E)
  • Guidance on contracts and contract interpretation
  • Contract lifecycle management
  • Contract template development and drafting
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By the Numbers

9

Experienced Team Members

2,500+

Contracts Managed Annually

$500M+

in Research Revenue Attributable to RCS-Managed Contracts

How to Request Contract Management Services

Create and submit a RAPSS Agreement / Document Review record.

Questions? Contact Research Contract Services.

New to RAPSS? Don’t know how to submit a Funding Proposal or an Agreement/Document Review?