Research Program Associate

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

•    Bachelor’s degree
•    Bilingual speaker with a professional level of fluency in a second language (Spanish preferred).
•    Ability to work with diverse populations with respect, compassion and patience. The groups the incumbent may work with may have limited English proficiency or low literacy levels.
•    Proven track record of taking initiative and problem-solving, successfully juggling and prioritizing multiple projects.
•    Experience with standard database and survey programs used in the School of Medicine, such as REDCap and Qualtrics
•    Experience with collaborative software programs such as Google Drive, Box, Smartsheets, Slack, Zoom, etc.
•    Substantial experience with standard software packages including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
•    Strong skills in developing and maintaining community partnerships that lead to effective community-academic partnerships.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

High school diploma and three years of administrative experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):
•    Proficient computer skills and demonstrated experience with office software and email applications.
•    Demonstrated success in following through and completing routine tasks.
•    Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
•    Strong verbal and written communication skills.
•    Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
•    Ability to prioritize and multi-task.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

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

*- 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:
•    This position is based in Stanford’s Research Park and has the option of a telecommuting/hybrid schedule subject to operational needs.
•    This position may need to work occasionally on weekends. 

The expected pay range for this position is $31.79 to $37.96 per hour. 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 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.

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.

WORK STANDARDS (from JDL)

•    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.