Faculty Affairs & Research Operations Manager

Stanford University; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford University seeks an Academic Operations Manager 2 to lead administrative and operations functions for the Office of Faculty Affairs and Research Advancement. The role partners with faculty leadership to support the department's mission and goals, driving efficiency and excellence in research and teaching operations.

The incumbent will oversee staff, coordinate HR guidance, manage multi-year plans, and ensure compliance with university policies while supervising financial operations and

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills including conflict resolution.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong financial expertise in accounting, budget planning and financial forecasting.
• Strong expertise in grants and contract administration.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Strong expertise in business and management computer applications and databases.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards and/or regulatory requirements.
• Subject matter expertise for area(s) of responsibility.
• Ability to multi-task and manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Direct staff and provide leadership to achieve goals and vision of the organization and the day-to-day operations.
• May independently or in collaboration with HR managers, guide faculty supervisors in HR policy interpretation and implementation.
• Develop business plans and infrastructure to support research and teaching; analyze multi-year plans and explore alternatives.
• Interpret, implement and ensure compliance with university policies within the unit.
• Oversee finances across all sources for the annual budget cycle including forecasting and reporting.
• Manage and coordinate grants and contracts for the department ensuring compliance.
• Represent the unit’s business and academic operations within the organization or externally.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Communication

Budget forecasting

Grants administration

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Databases

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Stanford University seeks an Academic Operations Manager 2 to lead administrative and operations functions for the Office of Faculty Affairs and Research Advancement. The role partners with faculty leadership to support the department's mission and goals, driving efficiency and excellence in research and teaching operations.

The incumbent will oversee staff, coordinate HR guidance, manage multi-year plans, and ensure compliance with university policies while supervising financial operations and