Research Program Manager
Stanford University
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Position Description
Develop and manage research programs by conducting research activities, including outreach to varied stakeholders, and assigning resources and making program improvement recommendations that impact policies and programs. Manage public programs from inception through completion, including speaker and participant coordination, logistics, budgeting, and related activities; oversee research efforts and evaluate programs; and collect and analyze data to assess effectiveness and support recommendations for improvement. Identify, recommend and implement opportunities for new research. Source, collect and analyze data, create reports, review and explain trends; formulate and evaluate alternative solutions and/or recommendations to achieve the goals of the program or function. Write and/or edit complex content for newsletters, email communications, policy reports, peer-reviewed publications, proposals, research grants, and other program outputs. Serve as a representative of USCW for routine operational matters across Hoover and Stanford, and develop communications for both internal and external stakeholders; lead and facilitate meetings. Engage stakeholders across Hoover, Stanford, academia, policy, and industry under guidance of USCW leadership. Monitor program expenses, budgets, and finances, and make recommendations on funding based on program spending. Contribute to and inform on strategic program/entity planning and related funding and financial sustainability. Develop or contribute to outreach strategy related to program communications, development, partnerships, and fundraising/funding. Oversee and train staff and student workers. Coach and mentor program staff, including student research assistants. * 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. Â
Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience or combination of education, training, and relevant experience. Full professional fluency in Mandarin Chinese (spoken and written). Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to develop program partnerships and funding sources. Excellent oral, written, and analytical skills, exhibiting fluency in area of specialization. Ability to oversee and direct staff. Basic knowledge of managing budgets and developing financial plans Certifications and Licenses: For teaching jobs, advanced degree or certification may be required for some programs. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*: Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks. Frequently sitting. Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds. Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl. * Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form. WORKING CONDITIONS: May work extended hours, evenings or weekends. May travel locally. Occasional overnight travel to represent the research team at conferences and to build research partnerships will be required. The expected pay range for this position is $116,966-$150,114 per annum. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs. At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process. WORK STANDARDS: Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients as well as with external organizations. Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu. Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Application Requirements
Education & Experience:  Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience or combination of education, training, and relevant experience. Full professional fluency in Mandarin Chinese (spoken and written). Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to develop program partnerships and funding sources. Excellent oral, written, and analytical skills, exhibiting fluency in area of specialization. Ability to oversee and direct staff. Basic knowledge of managing budgets and developing financial plans Certifications and Licenses: For teaching jobs, advanced degree or certification may be required for some programs. Â
Job Location
🔍 Hoover Institution, Stanford, California, United States