Stanford University
Location
Palo Alto, CA | United States
Job description
Research Administrator 2đSchool of Medicine, Stanford, California, United StatesNewđFinanceđ î¤î¸î1 day ago Post Dateđ î¤î¸î102415 Requisition #
Stanford University is seeking a Research Administrator 2 to work under minimal supervision to manage the proposal preparation and/or post award activities on grants, contracts, program projects, and federal grants, both routine and complex in the Department of Pathology.
About the Department of Pathology: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 optionsWorld-class intellectual stimulation through learning and development classes, workshops, and onsite conferences from leading-edge speakers and facultyWork/life and family-friendly policies and reimbursementParticipation in Stanfordâs social responsibility and sustainable programs for a better worldA vibrant university culture that values the uniqueness of each individualWe are seeking candidates who are progressive thinkers, see challenges as simply problems to solve, and have the spirit and energy to change the world.
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 be 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.For more information about the department visit
About this Position:
Stanford University is seeking a Research Administrator 2 in the Department of Pathology to assist with pre- and post- award grant management. You will be responsible for reviewing and reconciling accounting transactions and supporting documents for accuracy, authorization and compliance. You will prepare monthly reports to the Departmentâs faculty members you are assigned to support. In addition, you will participate in department review of processes and assist in testing and implementing the procedures. You are expected to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining adherence to deadlines and compliance procedures.
You should be highly organized, proactive, extremely detail oriented and be able to multi-task with ease in a fast-paced environment. Regardless of your assignment, you will be expected to demonstrate strong business judgement, professional etiquette and develop program management skills. In addition to having a âcan-doâ attitude and pleasant demeanor, you must have extraordinary communication skills that allow you to interact with a diverse group of people. Duties include:* - Other duties may also be assigned
Desired Qualifications:
Education & Experience (Required):
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Required):
Basic knowledge of governmental regulations.Ability to understand, interpret, and communicate policies and procedures.Excellent oral, written, and communication skills.Excellent analytical skills; demonstrated proficiency in Excel and web-based tools.Strong accounting skills; knowledge of accounting principles.Ability to complete Cardinal Curriculum I and II within first year in role.Knowledge of procurement needs, including sole-sourcing, cost analyses, vendor requirements, and small business reporting.Knowledge of property management requirements related to Stanford or non-Stanford title of equipment and fabrications.Competency in project management.Extreme attention to detail.Ability to work well independently, but also to seek or offer assistance when needed.Ability to review a proposal or manage a project with understanding of the overall scope and goal of each sponsored project.Excellent time management and organizational skills.Certifications & Licenses:
Physical Requirements*:
* - 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.
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