Associate Director, Faculty Affairs

🔍 School of Medicine, Stanford, California, United States

New

📁: Administration

📅   : 7 hours ago Post Date

📅   : 109194 Requisition #

The Department of Neurology and Neurological Sciences at Stanford University School of Medicine is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to oversee the faculty affairs function. The successful candidate will possess superior critical thinking skills and will serve as an expert resource, providing guidance on all aspects of employment activities for faculty and academic staff while partnering with faculty leadership to enhance the faculty affairs landscape.

Duties include*:

Direct staff and provide leadership to achieve goals and vision of the organization and the day-to-day operations. Responsible for hiring and retaining staff, career coaching, personal development for direct reports and accountable for the performance of employees.
Conduct strategic analysis of data, policy, and other information relevant to critical functional area(s) of faculty affairs for the organization. Identify and resolve issues of substantial significance that affect the faculty affairs function beyond the immediate organization.
Consult and advise senior faculty and administrative leadership on program and policy development. May provide input to university leadership on institutional, academic, and administrative policies and guidelines.
Ensure compliance with school and university policies. Manage university faculty conflict of interest requirements for the organization as needed, utilizing institutional and departmental understanding of relationships in relevant fields.
Serve on school or Provost’s Office committees to provide input on faculty affairs issues. Represent the organization to other university departments including, but not limited to, the Provost’s Office; Office of General Counsel; Office of Faculty Development; Office of Technology Licensing; Dean of Research; Office of Development; and other academic units.
Manage the direction of internal academic and administrative policy development for programs and administrative operations. Interpret and explain policy and programmatic development and changes to department chairs and managers on programmatic and policy development.
Oversee the collection, management, analysis, and/or reporting of faculty data. Assist in ensuring compliance with related policies. May oversee allocation of the organization’s resources.
May independently or in collaboration with the Provost’s Office, direct faculty and/or academic staff supervisors and managers in the interpretation and implementation of faculty affairs policies, procedures, and programs.
May provide input to university leadership on institutional academic and administrative policies and guidelines for improvement.

* - Other duties may also be assigned

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s degree or higher in higher education administration, human resources, business administration, or a related field.
Significant experience (typically 5+ years) in faculty affairs, academic administration, or a similar role within higher education institutions.
Demonstrated ability to employ critical thinking in analyzing complex issues, formulating strategic solutions, and making informed decisions that positively impact faculty affairs.
Demonstrated leadership abilities, with experience managing and developing teams, and fostering a collaborative work environment.
In-depth understanding of faculty governance, academic policies, and regulations, as well as best practices in faculty recruitment, retention, and evaluation.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and build relationships with diverse stakeholders, including faculty, staff, and administration.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

Bachelor's degree and seven years of experience working with administrative processes, or combination of education and relevant experience, and three years of lead, supervisor or manager experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

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

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

Frequently perform desk-based computer tasks, frequently sitting, stand/walk, grasp lightly/fine manipulation.
Occasionally twist/bend/stoop/squat; reach/work above shoulders; grasp forcefully; use a telephone.
Rarely sort/file paperwork or parts, kneel/crawl, twist/bend/stoop/squat, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.

* - 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.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Extended hours.

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.

The expected pay range for this position is $147,805.00 to $182,578.00 per annum.

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. 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.

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.

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.

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