DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
This position will work closely with Professor Tracey Woodruff in the Department of Epidemiology and Population Health (EPH) at the Stanford University School of Medicine.
The position requires subject matter expertise in supporting complex academic programs focused on environmental health and policy within an academic institution, including operational oversight, grants and financial management, policy interpretation, and coordination across faculty, departments, and external partners.
A strong working knowledge of academic administrative systems, compliance requirements, and best practices for consortium-based program operations, including governance and reporting, is highly desired.
The successful candidate will be able to manage program operations, and support leadership. Strong organizational and leadership skills are required, including budget oversight, personnel supervision, and cross-functional coordination. Demonstrated excellence in operational and project management is essential.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):
High school diploma and six years of administrative experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):
• Advanced computer skills and demonstrated experience with office software and email applications.
• Proven success in following through and completing projects.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and assign work to others.
• Ability to take initiative and ownership of projects.
• Ability to routinely and independently exercise sound judgment in making decisions.
CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:
None
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 accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
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