Executive Director, Stanford Center for Responsible Quantum Technology, Stanford Law School

Qualifications:

·      Advanced degree and five years of relevant experience and skills in area of specialization i.e., Responsible Quantum Technology (RQT) and the Ethical, Legal, Socio-Economic, and Policy Implications of Quantum Technology (Quantum-ELSPI) or combination of relevant education, training, and/or experience.

·      LL.M. or JD required.

·      Candidates should be able to show a list of influential, interdisciplinary quantum & law publications. Working as an attorney and pursuing both academic research and public policy in area of specialization is preferred. Having a high-quality network in area of specialization in academia, government, industry and IGO’s is preferred. Proven skills in intellectual property law preferred. Experience in managing a budget and developing financial plans. Experience in organizing deeply interdisciplinary projects and conferences. Experience in developing program partnerships and funding sources.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to develop programs, program partnerships and funding sources.
• Advanced oral, written, and analytical skills, exhibiting fluency in area of specialization.
• Ability to oversee and direct staff and fellows.
• Ability to manage budgets and develop 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.

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

How to apply: All interested and qualified applicants must submit their resume and a cover letter via the Stanford Jobs website (https://careersearch.stanford.edu/) and search using job number 100725. The cover letter should describe your interest in the legal profession in general and this position in particular. 

The expected pay range for this position is $99,000 to $168,000 per annum. The actual pay will be pro-rated based on the 50% FTE. Additional employee benefits apply. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. 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, market dynamics, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Stanford Law School seeks to hire the best talent and to promote a safe and secure environment for all members of the university community and its property. To that end, new staff hires must successfully pass a background check prior to starting work at Stanford University.

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.

*Note: 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 agreed upon