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Manager, Research Administration (Pre-Award)

$120.08k - $153.49k

Stanford University

Manager, Research Administration (Pre-Award) School of Medicine, Stanford, California, United States Duties include Supervise other staff, delegate tasks and projects and monitor work. Conduct performance appraisals; provide coaching, mentoring and take disciplinary actions when required. Actively identify and collaborate to develop training tools and programs for staff. Manage and contribute to continuous process improvement and staff development. Resolve extremely complex issues escalated from team members and determine if further review is necessary by senior management or key university constituencies. Assist team in preparation of complex proposals within parameters of sponsored and non-sponsored research guidelines. Oversee and review compliance with proposal guidelines, communicate proposal preparation and submittal process and closeout. Serve as subject matter expert on pre and/or post- award research administration. Interpret complex regulations, rules, policies and procedures. Manage a portfolio of complex grants and contracts, provide short-term backup coverage. * - Other duties may also be assigned. Education & Experience (Required) Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Required) Demonstrated ability to establish priorities, manage shifting priorities, and handle numerous time-sensitive projects with multiple deadlines. Ability to accomplish goals working through formal and informal channels, with diplomacy and tactfulness. Demonstrated creativity, problem solving, critical analysis, initiative, judgment and, decision-making skills. Demonstrated ability to develop and meet budget goals. Demonstrated solid planning and organizational skills. Demonstrated experience working independently and as part of a team. Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills. Strong relevant subject matter knowledge. Ability to direct the work of others, for jobs requiring supervision. Certifications & Licenses Certified Research Administrator preferred. Physical Requirements Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks. Frequently stand/walk, sitting, grasp lightly/fine manipulation. Occasionally use a telephone. Rarely lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh 11-20 pounds. * - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job. Work Standards Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and 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, The expected pay range for this position is $120,083 to $153,486 per annum. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the university reasonably expects to pay for a position upon hire. 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 provides detailed information on Stanfordʼs extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process. 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. 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. 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. Additional Information Schedule: Full-time Job Code: 4122 Employee Status: Regular Grade: J Requisition ID: 109245 Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible #J-18808-Ljbffr Stanford University

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