Program Manager, Research Lab Operations & Grants

Stanford University; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Flexible work options

Tuition assistance

403(b) plan

Mental health and wellness programs

Commuter transportation

Job summary

Stanford University, School of Engineering, Computer Science Department, seeks a Program Manager to provide high-level administrative and operational support for the Human Computer Interaction and Movement Lab. The role handles calendars, travel, events, budgeting, purchasing, and sponsored projects coordination.

The ideal candidate will manage complex priorities with initiative, work with faculty, and support students, postdocs, and staff while reporting to the Building Administrative Manager

Qualifications

• High school diploma and six years of administrative experience.
• Advanced computer skills with office software and email applications.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and exercise sound judgment.
• Experience supporting research groups and coordinating calendars/travel is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage calendars, travel, events for the supervisor and lab.
• Plan and coordinate complex conferences, seminars, and events within budget.
• Prepare documents and correspondence; assist with grants and reports.
• Create complex reports and spreadsheets; provide briefing materials.
• Coordinate hiring, onboarding, and ongoing support for students and staff.

Skills

Advanced computer skills

Excellent communication

Prioritization & multitasking

Administrative coordination

Education

High school diploma + 6 years admin exp

Tools

Office software

Job description

Stanford University, School of Engineering, Computer Science Department, seeks a Program Manager to provide high-level administrative and operational support for the Human Computer Interaction and Movement Lab. The role handles calendars, travel, events, budgeting, purchasing, and sponsored projects coordination.

The ideal candidate will manage complex priorities with initiative, work with faculty, and support students, postdocs, and staff while reporting to the Building Administrative Manager