Assistant Manager, Academic Programs

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree, preferably in education  

• Experience and/or an interest in healthcare or health technology innovation

• Prior experience in course management, curriculum development, and/or global programs management

• Three-plus years of professional experience preferred.

• Outstanding organizational, project management, and multi-tasking skills

• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and ownership of projects

• Strong analysis and problem-solving skills

• A commitment to continual improvement

• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with team members at all levels of the organization

• Willingness to lead and follow, as needed, to ensure the successful completion of assigned responsibilities

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

Bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant experience or combination of education, training, and relevant experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

• Demonstrated oral, written, and analytical skills, exhibiting fluency in area of specialization.

• Ability to oversee and provide basic direction to staff

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• Frequently stand/walk, sitting, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, perform desk-based computer tasks.

• Occasionally use a telephone, writing by hand, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 40 pounds.

• Rarely sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh >40 pounds.

• Ability to use voice to present information/communicate with others.

• On-campus mobility.

* 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.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May work extended hours, evenings or weekends.  Especially related to special events and annual programs like the Biodesign Executive Education program, which takes place for several days each March

• May travel locally

• The Biodesign offices have an open floor plan with no cubes and minimal work space separation

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, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

The expected pay range for this position is $90,694 to $108,963 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.  

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. 

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.

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.