The Department of Pathology in Stanford University’s School of Medicine is seeking an Executive Assistant to its Department Chair. This individual is responsible for ensuring all aspects of their schedule, correspondence and travel arrangements are managed in a timely and accurate manner. This position requires the incumbent to work on Stanford’s main campus in Palo Alto, CA .
The Department of Pathology is a founding department of the Stanford School of Medicine and one of the leading departments in the United States. Our preeminent faculty spans from emerging leaders to highly accomplished physicians and scientists, including a Nobel laureate and members of the National Academy. Our mission is to improve the diagnosis, treatment, and basic understanding of the human disease. This is done through discovery (research), education, and clinical care.
You will be working with an unparalleled leading-edge community of faculty and staff that are fundamentally changing the world of health care. You will have the opportunity to influence and drive change with your innovative ideas, the ability to make a difference and participate in human advancements. Our culture is fast-paced, energetic, and growing all of the time.
We offer a variety of benefits beyond traditional medical, dental, retirement, and savings options:
Events and program for children, sports camps, tuition options
World-class intellectual stimulation through learning and development classes, workshops, and onsite conferences from leading-edge speakers and faculty
Work/life and family-friendly policies and reimbursement
Participation in Stanford’s social responsibility and sustainable programs for a better world
A vibrant university culture that values the uniqueness of each individual
We are seeking candidates who are progressive thinkers, see challenges as simply problems to solve, and have the spirit and energy to change the world.
About the Department of Pathology:
Comprised of extraordinary faculty and staff, our mission is to improve the ability to diagnose, treat and understand the origin and manifestation of human disease, and to care for those who have or are at risk to develop disease. We accomplish this through our clinical services (in all fields of anatomic and clinical pathology, including molecular and genomic pathology, histocompatibility testing and transfusion medicine) and research (which includes basic, translational and clinical research into the origins and manifestations of disease, including efforts to improve disease prediction and prevention as part of the goal of achieving precision medicine and health), and also by educating future leaders in pathology and related fields. Everything we do is to achieve the goals of providing the highest quality of clinical services to the patients for whom we passionately care, to advance our ability to understand, diagnose, monitor and ultimately to cure disease or to prevent or delay its occurrence, and to provide outstanding education and career development opportunities to those who share these goals.
As an Executive Assistant, you will oversee complex calendaring and manage all aspects of travel. The ideal candidate must be highly organized, exceptionally detail-oriented, and capable of multi-tasking with ease. Regardless of the assignment, you are expected to demonstrate strong business judgment, professional etiquette, and exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills. Along with a positive attitude and pleasant demeanor, you must possess extraordinary communication skills to effectively interact with a diverse group of individuals. This individual will be required to have a strong background in writing and proofing high-level documents. In addition, having prior experience managing an executive's calendar, making complex travel arrangements, and supervising employees. This role will be the supervisor of administrative staff in support of department leadership. Furthermore, experience with regularly interacting with executives and leadership roles is required. Proficiency in Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Qualtrics is essential. This role will be supporting the Chair of the Department.
Duties include:
Plan and schedule complex calendar(s) with limited or no consultation, resolve calendaring conflicts. Negotiate and manage the needs of individuals or groups requesting time with the supervisor, independently committing his/her time. May occasionally represent the supervisor by attending meetings in his/her absence; speaking for the supervisor.
Act on behalf of the supervisor in regards to establishing priorities and identifying and resolving problems that are administrative in nature. Use independent judgment to keep supervisor informed of all matters that require his/her attention.
Serve as the liaison to various internal and external constituencies, including screening correspondence and telephone calls; keep the supervisor informed of all matters requiring his/her attention.
Independently prioritize, plan, coordinate and/or oversee logistics and conferences with individuals and entities internal and external to the university, including executive and senior level staff, donors and government officials.
Compose correspondence; develop, review and edit presentations and documentation; independently research and analyze associated issues and/or compile materials needed for presentation and/or decision-making purposes.
Manage complex business travel in compliance with unit, university, and sponsor policies.
Prepare reports and analyses, identify adverse trends and make appropriate recommendations or conclusions.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously. Anticipate and track initial dates, events and associated action items; follow up with appropriate parties on behalf of supervisor to ensure deadlines are met.
Will supervise staff and oversee administrative associate’s work.
* - Other duties may also be assigned
Desired Qualifications:
Prior experience managing an executive’s calendar.
Prior experience making complex travel arrangements.
Prior experience supervising employee(s).
Experience interacting with executives and leadership roles.
Proficient in Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Qualtrics.
Education & Experience (Required):
High school diploma and five years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Required):
Demonstrated high-level administrative experience which includes advanced computer skills and demonstrated experience with office software and email applications.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including editing and proofreading.
Excellent planning and organizational skills.
Ability to take initiative and ownership of projects.
Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality.
Demonstrated ability to perform duties with a high level of professionalism, flexibility, discretion, judgment, diplomacy and tact.
Ability to multi-task, adapt to changing priorities and meet deadlines.
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.
Working Conditions:
May work flexible work schedule including weekends.
This position will be located on Stanford’s campus in Palo Alto, CA.
Due to the nature of the work, this position will work fully on-site.
The expected pay range for this position is $39.90 to $46.63 per hour.
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.
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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.
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Post Date:Apr 22, 2024
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