Health AI Strategy & Operations Director

Stanford University School of Medicine; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford University School of Medicine seeks an accomplished leader to advance strategic and operational health AI initiatives across research, clinical operations, and industry partnerships. The Assistant Director will partner with senior leadership, oversee a diverse portfolio, and operate with initiative in a fast-paced academic medicine environment.

The role requires independent judgment, executive-level communication, and the ability to navigate institutional boundaries while driving

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and five years of relevant experience are required.
• Ability to establish priorities and manage multiple, time-sensitive projects.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, cross-functional health AI initiatives across research, clinical operations, and industry partnerships.
• Manage governance, reporting, and accountability structures across multiple programs.
• Engage senior leadership, internal and external stakeholders, and collaborators to advance initiatives.

Skills

Strategic judgment

Executive presence

Independent leadership

Programmatic excellence

Organizational agility

Technical literacy

Diplomacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Stanford University School of Medicine seeks an accomplished leader to advance strategic and operational health AI initiatives across research, clinical operations, and industry partnerships. The Assistant Director will partner with senior leadership, oversee a diverse portfolio, and operate with initiative in a fast-paced academic medicine environment.

The role requires independent judgment, executive-level communication, and the ability to navigate institutional boundaries while driving