Research Program Manager

The Hoover Institution at Stanford University is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time Research Program Manager to support a Hoover Institution Senior Fellow conducting research in international security. The position is for a one year fixed-term based on the main Stanford Campus. If you are both strategic and practical, enjoy working with people and making an impact, we encourage you to apply today to support Hoover’s mission.

A resume and cover letter are required for full consideration.

About Stanford University’s Hoover Institution: The Hoover Institution on War, Revolution, and Peace is a public policy research center devoted to the advanced study of economics, politics, history, and political economy—both domestic and foreign—as well as international affairs. 

Founded in 1919 by Herbert Hoover before he became the thirty-first president of the United States, the Institution began as a repository of historical material gathered at the end of World War I. The library and archives have grown to be among the largest private repositories of documents on twentieth-century political and economic history. Over time the Institution expanded its mission from collecting archival material to conducting advanced research on contemporary history and economics and applying this scholarship to current public policy challenges.

With its eminent scholars and world-renowned library and archives, the Hoover Institution seeks to improve the human condition by advancing ideas that promote economic opportunity and prosperity while securing and safeguarding peace for America and all humanity.

JOB PURPOSE:

The Research Program Manager will play a critical role to support a former Army General Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution by conducting research to improve strategic competence, or our ability to integrate elements of national power and the efforts of like-minded partners to advance and protect America’s vital interests. This position will work under the direction of the Senior Fellow to implement and administer the vision, strategy, and goals of the program utilizing specialized knowledge in international security and related fields. The Research Program Manager will conduct research, analyze findings, write reports, and administer, support, and manage the program’s research projects. They will also coordinate the efforts of 10-15 student research assistants.

CORE DUTIES*:

• Oversee and administer research activities by evaluating academic programs, making recommendations that impact policies and programs, and coordinating and implementing changes.
• Collect and analyze data, create reports, review and explain trends to determine program effectiveness; formulate and evaluate alternative solutions and/or recommendations to achieve the goals of the program.
• Teach and/or assist in the teaching and administration of courses. Create and/or advise in the development of curriculum. Make recommendations for course improvements.
• Revise syllabi and prepare course materials for courses taught by the Senior Fellow.
• Write and edit content for proposals, peer-reviewed publications, and other program activities under the general direction of Senior Fellow. Assist with the development of research grants, (i.e., may suggest new funding opportunities, write portions of grants, and/or summarize data for grant support).
• Work with the Hoover staff on developing multimedia products that are consistent with Hoover’s mission to collect knowledge, generate ideas, and disseminate both in an effort to secure and safeguard peace for the American public and relevant international audience.
• Support the operations of the program’s seminars and events
• Format and copy edit research documents and publications
• Represent the program or function as the key contact and subject matter expert within the department, unit or school and develop communications for internal and external constituencies. Organize and/or participate in outreach activities such as events, partnerships, fundraising, training, and conferences. Lead workshops and facilitate meetings.
• Assist with the planning and implementation of purpose-built seminars to augment research and to bridge scholarship into implementation with relevant policy makers and decision makers in the public and private sectors.
• Attend relevant events at the Hoover Institution and on Stanford Campus on behalf of program leadership
• Monitor expenses, budgets, and finances of the program. Make recommendations on funding based on program spend.
• May oversee and train student workers
• Direct research assistants in research projects including a Liberty Game Conference and delivery of an oral history collection to the Hoover Institution Library and Archives
• Oversee delivery of biweekly research reports on geostrategic trends

* 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 assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant experience or combination of education, training, and relevant experience. Degree in international relations, political science, or related field preferred. Program administration and or research experience preferred. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
●    Demonstrated oral, written, and analytical skills, exhibiting fluency in area of specialization.
●    Ability to oversee and provide basic direction to staff.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:
•    Frequently stand/walk, sitting, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, perform desk-based computer tasks.
•    Occasionally use a telephone, writing by hand, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 40 pounds.
•    Rarely sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh >40 pounds.
•    Ability to use voice to present information/communicate with others.
•    On-campus mobility.

– 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 the job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

•.   May work extended hours, evenings or weekends.
•    May travel locally.
•    Occasional overnight travel.

The expected pay range for this position is $69,000 – $99,000 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.

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 .

The Hoover Institution at Stanford University 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.