Stanford University
Evidence to Action (E2A) Program Manager
Stanford University, Stanford, California, United States, 94305
Evidence to Action (E2A) Program Manager
School of Medicine, Stanford, California, United States
New
Research
Post Date 4 hours ago
Requisition # 105171
Stanford’s Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) program is dedicated to advancing the translation of scientific discoveries into real-world health improvements by fostering innovation, collaboration, and education. Within this framework, the Evidence to Action (E2A) program aims to bridge the gap between research and policy by equipping researchers with tools to engage decision-makers, fostering impactful collaborations, and addressing health inequities. By promoting partnerships across disciplines and communities, E2A seeks to enhance the impact of research on health policies and improve the translation of research into actionable solutions.
The Senior Associate Dean of Research Office within the School of Medicine at Stanford University is seeking an Evidence to Action (E2A) Program Manager who will play a key role in developing, implementing, and evaluating the E2A program. Responsibilities include conducting literature reviews, interviewing key informants, assessing institutional resources, and synthesizing findings to create educational tools, training materials, and strategies that support the program’s mission. The E2A Program Manager will collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders, track program progress, and ensure that deliverables are met. They will also help disseminate research findings through publications and develop creative solutions to meet program needs through grant writing and resource management.
To be successful in this role, the E2A Program Manager must remain adaptive to evolving program needs, emerging health policy challenges, and new research directions while continuously monitoring the program’s efficacy and impact.
Duties include:
• Assist in designing experiments, exercising independent initiative and judgment gained from completing a variety of high level assignments, including activities such as defining variables, formulating hypotheses, and selecting subjects, sources of information, or planned and coordinating experimental protocols.
• Adapt or work out the details of new, nonstandard procedures, with the supervisor providing general guidance and suggestions.
• Interpret, synthesize, and analyze data using scientific or statistical techniques.
• Solve problems, and make decisions that affect the direction of the research and result in independent contributions to the overall project.
• Select and apply standard calculations and formulas independently to compile data or process documents; often serve as a resource for research methods and numerical analyses.
• Co-author sections of research publications and regulatory reports as needed.
• Complete project-related administrative and budgetary responsibilities of a limited scope as needed.
• Supervise staff or students as needed, including oversight and instruction on techniques, as well as consultation on project work.
*- Other duties may also be assigned
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Masters in an applicable social science, public health, or related field.
• Experience with qualitative research.
• Background in policy-related work
• Experience with program coordination, stakeholder engagement, and training development.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):
Bachelor of Arts degree in an applicable social science related field and two years applicable experience, or combination of education and experience in an applicable social science.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):
• Comprehensive understanding of scientific theory and methods.
• General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs.
• Strong analytical skills and excellent judgment.
• Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance.
• Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to complete detailed work accurately.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with human study participants.
• Developing supervisory skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:
• Frequently perform desk-based computer tasks, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Occasionally stand/walk, sit, use a telephone, writing by hand, and sort/file paperwork or parts.
• Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl, rarely reach/work above shoulders, operate foot and/or hand controls.
*- 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 be required to work non-standard, extended or weekend hours in support of research work.
• Attend events or conferences in support of research work)
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 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 $81,130 to $94,895 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.
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.
Additional Information
Schedule: Full-time
Job Code: 4187
Employee Status: Regular
Grade: G
Requisition ID: 105171
Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible
School of Medicine, Stanford, California, United States
New
Research
Post Date 4 hours ago
Requisition # 105171
Stanford’s Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) program is dedicated to advancing the translation of scientific discoveries into real-world health improvements by fostering innovation, collaboration, and education. Within this framework, the Evidence to Action (E2A) program aims to bridge the gap between research and policy by equipping researchers with tools to engage decision-makers, fostering impactful collaborations, and addressing health inequities. By promoting partnerships across disciplines and communities, E2A seeks to enhance the impact of research on health policies and improve the translation of research into actionable solutions.
The Senior Associate Dean of Research Office within the School of Medicine at Stanford University is seeking an Evidence to Action (E2A) Program Manager who will play a key role in developing, implementing, and evaluating the E2A program. Responsibilities include conducting literature reviews, interviewing key informants, assessing institutional resources, and synthesizing findings to create educational tools, training materials, and strategies that support the program’s mission. The E2A Program Manager will collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders, track program progress, and ensure that deliverables are met. They will also help disseminate research findings through publications and develop creative solutions to meet program needs through grant writing and resource management.
To be successful in this role, the E2A Program Manager must remain adaptive to evolving program needs, emerging health policy challenges, and new research directions while continuously monitoring the program’s efficacy and impact.
Duties include:
• Assist in designing experiments, exercising independent initiative and judgment gained from completing a variety of high level assignments, including activities such as defining variables, formulating hypotheses, and selecting subjects, sources of information, or planned and coordinating experimental protocols.
• Adapt or work out the details of new, nonstandard procedures, with the supervisor providing general guidance and suggestions.
• Interpret, synthesize, and analyze data using scientific or statistical techniques.
• Solve problems, and make decisions that affect the direction of the research and result in independent contributions to the overall project.
• Select and apply standard calculations and formulas independently to compile data or process documents; often serve as a resource for research methods and numerical analyses.
• Co-author sections of research publications and regulatory reports as needed.
• Complete project-related administrative and budgetary responsibilities of a limited scope as needed.
• Supervise staff or students as needed, including oversight and instruction on techniques, as well as consultation on project work.
*- Other duties may also be assigned
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Masters in an applicable social science, public health, or related field.
• Experience with qualitative research.
• Background in policy-related work
• Experience with program coordination, stakeholder engagement, and training development.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):
Bachelor of Arts degree in an applicable social science related field and two years applicable experience, or combination of education and experience in an applicable social science.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):
• Comprehensive understanding of scientific theory and methods.
• General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs.
• Strong analytical skills and excellent judgment.
• Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance.
• Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to complete detailed work accurately.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with human study participants.
• Developing supervisory skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:
• Frequently perform desk-based computer tasks, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Occasionally stand/walk, sit, use a telephone, writing by hand, and sort/file paperwork or parts.
• Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl, rarely reach/work above shoulders, operate foot and/or hand controls.
*- 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 be required to work non-standard, extended or weekend hours in support of research work.
• Attend events or conferences in support of research work)
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 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 $81,130 to $94,895 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.
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.
Additional Information
Schedule: Full-time
Job Code: 4187
Employee Status: Regular
Grade: G
Requisition ID: 105171
Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible