Research Programs Director - Inside Higher Ed : Job Details

Overview

Research Programs Director, Stanford University – VPUE, Undergraduate Advising and Research. The Office of the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education (VPUE) seeks a Research Programs Director (RPD) to join the Research and Independent Projects Team. The RPD oversees the VPUE Student Grants program that funds undergraduate independent research, arts, and senior synthesis projects with an annual budget of approximately $1.3 million. The RPD collaborates with team members to design, assess, and execute other research-related programs, including annual undergraduate research symposia and a range of awards and recognition programs. The RPD may manage the grant-related work of approximately 15 cross-team independent contributors, as well as fixed-term student staff. VPUE facilitates student participation in original scholarship and fosters intellectual relationships between students and faculty mentors across all disciplines.

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The VPUE Research and Independent Projects Team serves as a bridge between Stanford's educational and research missions by offering students advising, funding, and programming in support of their project ideas across all disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Designing, evaluating, and running the processes that make up multiple high-impact and highly visible academic research funding (>$1.3 million annually) and enrichment programs for undergraduates.
• Managing nuanced review processes for competitive grants and recognition programs across all undergraduate disciplines.
• Recruiting, training, and managing independent contributors from other teams who contribute to grant review, research advising, academic programming, and communication processes for the team.
• Devising processes and communications that help students and faculty navigate a complex policy environment dealing with international travel, human subjects research, intellectual property, etc.
• Assessing and adjudicating faculty, staff, and student requests for exceptions to program policies. Considering challenges or appeals of rejected applications to ensure equity of opportunities.
• Advising the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Research Opportunities on the long-term needs of funding and enrichment programs for students. Analyzing data for use in strategic evaluation of program expansion plans.
• Collaborating with campus partners to reimagine our work and represent VPUE's interests and priorities (e.g., Risk Management, Office of Community Standards, Haas Center for Public Service, Undergraduate Advising & Research, Office of International Affairs).

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree and five years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.
• Advanced communication skills to clearly and effectively communicate information to internal and external audiences, stakeholders, and managers.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to review and analyze complex information.
• Experience with web-based administrative systems or grant application systems.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, including the ability to ensure compliance with a range of University and external policies.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with a diverse student, department and faculty body.

Preferred/Additional

• Graduate-level experience teaching and conducting research.
• Advanced skills in coaching or mentoring undergraduates.
• 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.

About VPUE

For undergraduates, VPUE is the nexus for programs and initiatives that help students define and achieve their intellectual ambitions at Stanford. These include investigative introductory courses, targeted classes in writing and rhetoric, undergraduate research support, academic advising and mentoring, overseas/off-campus study programs, and undergraduate scholarships and fellowships.

Why Stanford is for You

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Perks include: freedom to grow (career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or course auditing opportunities), a caring culture (retirement plans, time off, and family care resources), a healthier you (healthcare benefits and fitness facilities), discovery and fun (sculptures, trails, and museums), and enviable resources (free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts, and more).

How To Apply

If you are ready to work for an organization that values diversity and professional development, apply online with a cover letter and resume. To be considered, submit these documents along with your online application.

Web: stanfordcareers.stanford.edu

Additional Information:

• Schedule: Full-time
• Job Code: 7503
• Employee Status: Regular
• Grade: I
• Requisition ID: 83681

Stanford is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.