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DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, and will have a Doctoral Degree (PhD degree, MD/PhD degree or a related degree) in Molecular Biology, Neurobiology, or related science and at least three years of demonstrated experience in proposal development and grant writing in a research and/or academic setting.
  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including ability to accurately translate technical or scholarly information into accessible and persuasive language are required. 
  • A desire and ability to work in a fast-paced, highly collaborative, translational research group working at the interface of neuroscience, electrophysiology, stem cell biology, and novel therapeutic development is required.
  • Ability to work simultaneously on multiple tasks in a dynamic environment, where priorities change in response to external needs and opportunities is required.


EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience, or a combination of education and related experience.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

  • Proven success in writing for publication in print, web, and other platforms.
  • Excellent writing, interpersonal, and oral communication skills with proven ability to present, write, edit, and organize thoughts in a clear, concise, and well-organized manner.
  • Professional demeanor and ability to deal with a variety of personalities.
  • Thorough command of the English language and grammar.
  • Firm understanding of web technologies and applications, including social networking, social media tools, and current communication trends.
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple deadlines.
  • Excellent time management skills.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

 

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:

None.


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

  • Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks. 
  • Frequently stand/walk, sit, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, and use a telephone, writing by hand.
  • Occasionally reach/work above shoulders, grasp forcefully, and sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
  • Visual and auditory acuity, including color vision required.

* - 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:

  • Occasional work on evenings and weekends.
  • Occasional travel.


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.

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