Associate Director, Faculty and Lecturer Programs

🔍 Vice Provost for Undergrad Education, Stanford, California, United States

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Job Title: Academic Program Professional 2

Working Title: Associate Director, Faculty and Lecturer Programs

VPUE Unit: CTL

Location: Stanford Main Campus; Hybrid (3 or more days/week on site)

Job Code: 4112

Job Grade: J

Exemption Status: Exempt, Full time, Continuing

Heralded as a hub of undergraduate innovation, the Office of the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education (VPUE) creates and sustains meaningful interactions between students and faculty both within and outside the classroom. As a collaborative team member of VPUE, you have a unique opportunity to advance and support programs that touch and enhance the lives of every undergraduate student at Stanford. As a team member in a unit that is also affiliated with the Office of the Vice Provost for Graduate Education (VPGE), your positive impact on graduate students and their teaching and learning will also be substantial.

The Stanford Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) supports the university’s core educational mission. We help faculty, lecturers, and Teaching Assistants design, teach, and improve courses and curricula. We partner with schools, departments, and programs to ensure ongoing, meaningful teaching and learning. We help students thrive in their studies through academic coaching, peer tutoring, language conversation practice, and specialized support for neurodiversity. The latest evidence about what works in higher education is woven through our programs and services.

The Associate Director, Faculty and Lecturer programs, is a member of the instructor-facing team in the Center for Teaching and Learning. The Associate Director supports implementation of evidence-based pedagogical practices for undergraduate and graduate education at Stanford. Reporting to the Director of Academic Teaching Programs, the Associate Director employs established and cutting edge research in education and learning science to advance teaching practices, ultimately impacting the learning experiences of Stanford students. In partnership with CTL colleagues and leadership across the university, the Associate Director designs, delivers, and assesses pedagogical programming for Stanford faculty and lecturers, including a portfolio that includes leading specific core CTL programs, which may include coaching and coordinating other staff who contribute to those programs, as well as conducting individual consultations and teaching feedback processes, developing new teaching-focused resources, and facilitating customized educational development experiences for groups of instructors. As part of the Academic Teaching Programs team, the Associate Director also contributes to strategy and long-range planning for pedagogical programming more broadly, and may take on special projects related to teaching at Stanford.

In this role, you will:

Support individual instructors with research-based recommendations and guidance in collecting student feedback to inform effective course design and teaching practice
Respond to 1:1 consultation requests from individuals, including those that are discipline-specific, or from groups such as programs or departments
Collaborate with individual instructors or departments to develop course or program curricula in Stanford undergraduate and graduate programs.
Collaborate with instructors to collect feedback from students at mid-quarter or end-quarter to inform course changes
Design, deliver, and assess workshops and other offerings upon request from departments and other campus units or as a part of university initiatives
Assume primary vision, program management, budget responsibility, and oversight for one or more selected major faculty/lecturer program(s)
Collaborate with CTL staff and University stakeholders to integrate technology and instructional design, as appropriate, into CTL offerings and resources
Create evidence-based teaching and learning resources for campus use to guide instructor pedagogy, unite instructor and student perspectives, and amplify CTL’s teaching and learning services, e.g. via the Stanford Teaching Commons
Act as a liaison between departments/programs/campus collaborators and CTL
Contribute newsletter items and collaborate with CTL, VPUE, and VPGE communication staff to publicize programs and services, and share compelling stories, related to areas of responsibility
Conduct literature reviews for specific teaching topics
Collaborate with other CTL staff and/or VPUE Assessment and Evaluation colleagues to determine the best strategy for evaluating programmatic offerings including collecting and analyzing data and creating reports
May work extended hours, evenings or weekends; may travel locally; occasional overnight travel.
Frequently stand/walk, sitting, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, perform desk-based computer tasks. Occasionally use a telephone, writing by hand, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 40 pounds. Rarely sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh >40 pounds. Ability to use voice to present information/communicate with others. On-campus mobility.

*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.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

Bachelor’s degree, advanced degree (Master’s, Ph.D., or Ed.D.), and at least two years of relevant experience
Two or more years of teaching experience as a primary instructor, that is, someone responsible for the design and delivery of courses (in any context)
Facility with current technologies that support teaching and learning
Ability to oversee and direct staff
Demonstrated experience and ability to collaborate constructively, inclusively, and equitably with campus stakeholders, including undergraduates, graduate students, postdocs, lecturers, faculty, and staff
Ability to work independently and in teams and take the initiative, especially in new ventures or with pilot projects
Strong written and oral communication skills, and proactive approach to communicating work progress, questions, timelines, and feedback
Excellent analytical and organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks, especially complex projects with multiple due dates
Demonstrated experience engaging in iterative and collaborative improvement of work products and exhibiting a mindset of continuous learning and growth.
Fluency in terminology, research, and recommendations around effective and inclusive pedagogy.
Attention to detail and accuracy.

In addition, preferred requirements include:

Degree, or experience, in the Social Sciences or in STEM Education, conferring familiarity with both qualitative and quantitative disciplinary methods.
Documented success applying relevant research and prior teaching experience to assess needs and develop teaching and learning recommendations for instructors at a research university
Experience with commonly used learning technologies (such as the videoconferencing, polling software, live inking and annotation, learning management systems, and generative artificial intelligence in a teaching setting)
2-3 years experience working in the field of educational, academic, or teaching development, such as in a higher education center for teaching
Experience managing a budget and developing financial plans

*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 their job.

*Please note that completed applications will be reviewed beginning April 15, 2026 and on a rolling basis thereafter. Should you have any questions regarding the submission of your application, or the requested documentation, you may contact Guy Margard via email at gmargard@stanford.edu.

Why Stanford is for You

Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven individuals to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or course auditing opportunities. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

*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 expected pay range for this position is $116,966 to $150,114 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.

How to Apply

You will be asked to submit a current C.V. or resume. Please also submit a cover letter of no more than 500 words that consists in a professional or personal story about you that highlights one regard in which you and your experiences demonstrate what successful candidates will bring to this role, along with any preferred qualifications you would bring. Note that your story will be assessed for writing clarity and alignment with the role.

Completed applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning April 15, 2026.

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