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The Department of Genetics at Stanford University is seeking a Faculty and Student Services Coordinator to provide analysis and guidance within the school or department regarding faculty and student appointments, reappointments, promotions, and the search process. Ensure compliance with school and university policies.
This is a dynamic opportunity to work with some the world's most astounding faculty, staff and students in supporting research ranging from COVID to Genetic conditions from Diabetes to Parkinson's to Aging Research.
Duties include:
Provide operational support and guidance to search/review committees and make recommendations for process improvement.
Document and interpret policies and processes for contributors to the appointment/promotion form (chair, faculty lead, and candidate).
Manage review, promotion, and search processes, including marketing, recruiting, preparing committee reports. Create agenda, prepare and edit documents and forms for faculty review including recommendations.
Identify problematic information in letters and advise on how to resolve the problem. May provide first level approval for appointments and reappointments.
Prepare offer letters, as needed, for the chair or dean, which may include gathering and synthesizing information from other offices.
Serve as primary point of contact, as needed, in orienting new faculty to the department, school, and university. Troubleshoot issues as they arise.
Assist with all faculty and student visa matters, as needed.
Provide Student Services Support.
*- Other duties may also be assigned
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Two years of experience working as a Faculty or Student Affairs Administrator in a university setting.
Knowledge of the following: Google Forms, FASA, FARM, Qualtrics, SmartSheet, Adobe, and visa processing.
A high degree of independence, resourcefulness, and good judgement.
Excellent analytical skills.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):
Bachelor's degree and three years of experience working with administrative processes, or combination of education and relevant experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):
High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to track, monitor and adhere to deadlines.
Ability to learn university systems.
Experience working with databases and Microsoft Office suite.
Excellent communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to act with tact and maintain confidentiality.
Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills.
Demonstrated ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
Demonstrated commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety, shown through communication of safety concerns and use and promotion of safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
Occasionally twist/bend/stoop/squat; reach/work above shoulders; grasp forcefully; use a telephone.
Rarely sort/file paperwork or parts, kneel/crawl, twist/bend/stoop/squat, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
*- 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:
Occasionally work extended hours.
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 bases 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.
The expected pay range for this position is $77,000 to $89,000 per annum. 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.
Why work at Stanford?Stanford University has changed the world, over and over again.We are one of Silicon Valley's largest employers - and also one of the most unique. Our mission is to educate future leaders and promote interdisciplinary, world-class research and teaching. This passion makes Stanford an intensely creative, rewarding, and challenging place to work. At the same time, our traditions of respect and collaboration sustain a humane, supportive environment in which to pursue your life and your career.At Stanford you'll work with bright, diverse, dedicated people. You'll find encouragement to learn and grow. You'll enjoy excellent benefits and an outstanding environment. How will it change you?
