Diversity Programs & Fellowships Manager

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree preferred or Bachelor’s degree and five years of experience. Educational background in biosciences heavily preferred.
• Previous experience in program coordination, postdoctoral administration, student services, or related field with focus on postdoctoral scholars and/or graduate students
• Knowledge of Stanford administration systems preferred
• Detailed knowledge of the range of challenges that postdocs and/or graduate students encounter; strong ability to identify needs and help provide for those needs
• Strong communication skills to clearly and effectively communicate information to internal and external audiences, client groups, and management
• Advanced analysis and problem-solving skills
• Advanced customer service skills
• Advanced computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Advanced project management skills
• Marketing, social media and event planning experience

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

• Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize own work and multi-task.
• Demonstrated excellent organizational skills. 
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and ownership of projects.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 
• Ability to routinely and independently exercise sound judgment in making decisions.
• Demonstrated experience working independently and as part of a team.
• Relevant subject matter knowledge.
• Ability to direct the work of others, for jobs requiring supervision.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:

• None

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.

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

• Occasional evening and weekend hours.

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.

About Stanford University

Stanford University, located between San Francisco and San Jose in the heart of California’s Silicon Valley, is one of the world’s leading teaching and research universities. Since its opening in 1891, Stanford has been dedicated to finding solutions to big challenges and to preparing students for leadership in a complex world.

Supporting that mission is a staff of more than 10,000 which is rooted in a culture of excellence and values innovation, collaboration, and life-long learning.  To foster the talents and aspirations of our staff, Stanford offers career development programs, competitive pay that reflects market trends and benefits that increase financial stability to promote health, fulfilling lives.  An award-winning employer, Stanford offers an exceptional setting for professionals looking to advance their careers.

Stanford is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.