Program Manager, Research Alliance Relations Apply
Exemption: Exempt
SCHOOL/UNIT DESCRIPTION:
The Office of the Vice Provost and Dean of Research (VPDOR) provides guidance and support to facilitate, nurture and safeguard a thriving research ecosystem at Stanford. To this end, the VPDOR assumes dual roles. As Cognizant Dean for the independent academic units, the VPDOR oversees the program scope and resources for the sixteen multi-disciplinary and independent laboratories, centers, and institutes which operate outside of the schools' boundaries. As Vice Provost and the University's Chief Research Officer, the VPDOR recommends and promulgates new policy and oversees its implementation; manages the mission-support offices that provide services of research compliance and administration, health and safety, and technology transfer to Stanford's research enterprise; advises the President and Provost in a broad array of academic issues pertaining to and beyond research.
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POSITION SUMMARY:
We are seeking a full-time Program Manager of Research Alliance Relations to support in the management of Stanford programs funded by the Dieter Schwarz Foundation (Dieter Schwarz Stiftung, or \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\"DSS\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\"), as well as other select strategic research programs sponsored by external funders. These programs often span multiple schools and units, requiring coordination with academic leaders and senior staff, frequently including compliance considerations and bespoke programmatic implementations.
The Program Manager will report to the Director of Research Alliance Relations, and will work closely with faculty and researchers, various University offices and academic units, and the funder's identified contacts. The Program Manager will serve as VPDOR's primary administrative contact for activities supported by funds from DSS and will collaborate with Stanford Data Science (SDS) and Stanford's Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI) in the implementation of these funds. The Program Manager will also be expected to partner with the Office of Development (OOD), who is on point for Stanford's relationship with DSS, and has a deep understanding of the foundation's expectations, the gift's stewardship requirements, and its intended impact. As such, creating and maintaining clear lines of communication and collaboration amongst multiple stakeholders will be required for this role.
Under supervision of the Director, the Program Manager will also play a role in helping to manage other existing complex research programs through effective engagement and coordinating between research funders, subject matter experts, and the various parts of the campus needed to ensure compliance with funding agreements.
Specific responsibilities will include:
This position will be based on Stanford's main campus and will be considered for an option of hybrid work arrangement, subject to operational need.
This recruitment is for a three (3) year fixed-term, benefits-eligible position that begins on the start date and may be renewable in the future based on programmatic need and funding availability. For consideration, applications must include a letter of interest and a resume.
CORE DUTIES:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:
WORKING CONDITIONS:
WORK STANDARDS:
The expected pay range for this position is $66,560 to $120,000 per annum.
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Why Stanford is for You
Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
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