CTO Finance - Research Administrator 2 (2 Year Fixed Term) (Hybrid)

Research Administrator 2 – Clinical Trials Office - Hybrid (Two Year Fixed Term Position) The Stanford Cancer Institute (SCI) is one of an elite number of National Cancer Institute-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the country, and is a prominent, dynamic, growing and complex Institute within the Stanford University School of Medicine. The SCI actively works to build synergies and collaborations among faculty with cancer-relevant expertise from four Schools and over 30 departments across Stanford University. We seek a Research Administrator 2 (RA2) to help us enact our mission to reduce cancer mortality through comprehensive programs of cancer research, treatment, education and outreach. Reporting to the SCI CTO Director, Business Services & Finance, the RA2 will be conversant in the goals, mission and priorities of the Institute, and utilize this knowledge to serve as the Institutional Representative for working on amendments for sponsored cancer clinical trials and be the point of contact for sponsor and University clinical research grant and contract administrators. Responsibilities will include protocol review and interpretation for the amendments, interpretation and application of pertinent government regulations and guidelines, develops the amendment budgets, negotiates and provides strategic advice to the PI, ensuring that the contract budgets and payment schedules/terms meets sponsor, University, hospital and School pre-and post- award guidelines/regulations. Responsibilities include: Processing amendments for ongoing studies. Entering and attaching data and documents for these amendments to the various database. Performing budget checks for new studies. Generating purchase requisitions and reimbursements as well as various journal entries for the CCTO. Duties also include: Participate with principal investigator in the preparation of the administrative components of proposals within parameters of sponsored and non-sponsored research guidelines. Develop, prepare, and finalize project budgets, and provide budget justification. Serve as liaison and active partner between principal investigators, Office of Sponsored Research, research groups, and other departments; respond to sponsor inquiries. Collaborate with Office of Sponsored Research to ensure awards are set up properly and cost-sharing requirements are fulfilled; initiate cost transfers. Review and approve expenditures, advise on post-award spending and commitment activity, and oversee compliance related to fund and revenue. Develop and communicate reports supporting project status; create effective forecasting and decision aides. Participate in contract closeout process; submit final reports and certificates. Understand, apply, and advise on university and government policies for projects. Serve as a resource on subject area and overall technical resource to principal investigator and other university staff. Participate in and contribute to process improvements. May participate as a mentor and provide cross-training as needed. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Previous experience with Clinical trial Management. Has Oncology experience. Experience in working and communicating with upper Management/Faculty. Stanford or Academic Institution experience preferred. Working knowledge of Stanford financial systems is preferred including SeRA, Oracle systems. Prior experience managing budgets, billing and accounts receivable a plus. Strong client service orientation. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED): Bachelor's degree and three years of job-related experience, or combination of education and experience. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED): Basic knowledge of governmental regulations. Ability to understand, interpret, and communicate policies and procedures. Excellent oral, written, and communication skills. Excellent analytical skills; demonstrated proficiency in Excel and web-based tools. Strong accounting skills; knowledge of accounting principles. Ability to complete Cardinal Curriculum I and II within first year in role. Knowledge of procurement needs, including sole-sourcing, cost analyses, vendor requirements, and small business reporting. Knowledge of property management requirements related to Stanford or non-Stanford title of equipment and fabrications. Competency in project management. Extreme attention to detail. Ability to work well independently, but also to seek or offer assistance when needed. Ability to review a proposal or manage a project with understanding of the overall scope and goal of each sponsored project. Excellent time management and organizational skills. CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES: Cardinal Curriculum I and II must be completed to remain in this position. Certified Accountant or Auditor or similar credential desired. Excellent Excel skills will be a plus. Understanding clinical trial operations from the research coordinator or clinical trial post-award or pre-award preferred. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Frequently sit, grasp lightly, use fine manipulation and perform desk-based computer tasks, lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing up to ten pounds. Occasionally stand, walk, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, write by hand and sort and file paperwork or parts. Rarely lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing 11-20 pounds. 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. The expected pay range for this position is $93,871 to $109,557 per annum. At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. 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. 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.

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