Strategy & Operations Senior Manager

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:
Advanced degree and five years of relevant experience in area of specialization or combination of relevant education, training, and/or experience. For jobs with financial responsibilities, experience managing a budget and developing financial plans. Experience developing program partnerships and funding sources.

Desired Qualifications:
Advanced Degree: An MBA or a Master’s/PhD in a relevant field (such as Management Science, Organization Theory, Sociology, or a related behavioral science) is highly preferred.

• Sector Versatility: Experience that spans both industry (tech/AI/consulting) and academia or research-intensive non-profits.
   
• AI Exposure: While not a coding role, prior experience working within an AI-native company or on projects involving the implementation of generative AI tools is a significant plus.
   
• Global Exposure: Experience working with international stakeholders or managing programs across different geographies, given the Lab’s global mission.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• A "founder’s mentality" with a proven track record of owning ambiguous, large-scale projects end-to-end, translating a high-level vision into an operational reality.
   
• The ability to operate at all altitudes, moving seamlessly from high-level strategic planning to the detailed implementation of efforts.
   
• Strong organizational gravitas, with the communication skills necessary to serve as a credible partner to world-class faculty, industry executives, and global research partners.
   
• Experience navigating complex institutional ecosystems, such as major research universities or global tech firms, with the patience and persistence to drive results through influence.
   
• Exceptional project management and execution skills, with a disciplined approach to managing competing priorities, annual planning, and operating cadence in a fast-paced environment.
   
• Comfort with technical and research-heavy environments, and the ability to bridge the gap between academic rigor and practical industry application.
   
• A deep passion for human-centered AI, with a genuine interest in how empirical research can be used to improve organizational health.
   
• Financial and resource fluency, including experience with budget forecasting, resource allocation, and ensuring operational sustainability for a growing center.

Certifications and Licenses:

• N/A

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• N/A

* - 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 the job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Some in office meetings and convenings, some remote individual work with video meetings.

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.

Onsite/Hybrid:  Hybrid
The expected pay range for this position is $139,741 to $179,496 per annum / hour.

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. 

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.

Why Stanford is for You
Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
   
• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
   
• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
   
• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
   
• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

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 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.