The Department of Pediatrics, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition and The Childhood Research in Obesity Prevention (CROP) research program at Stanford University is seeking an Assistant Program Director (Academic Program Professional 2, hybrid) to work under the general direction of the program Principal Investigator (PI) to develop, implement, and administer the vision, strategy, and goals of the program. The CROP research program’s goal is to advance child health equity. To achieve this goal, the program seeks to translate clinical, community, and epidemiologic research findings into innovative population-level interventions during pregnancy, infancy, and early childhood to prevent and treat childhood obesity and chronic diseases particularly among health disparity populations. The culture of the program is one that values growth, teamwork, and inclusion. Current research projects are funded by NIH, PCORI, and Foundations amounting to over $20M total costs between 2024-2030 in addition to endowed program funding. These include the Food FARMacia randomized trial of an infant food security intervention; the LINC mixed methods study of social risk factors, navigation, and neighborhoods; and the PCORI-funded CHIME (Comparing Health Interventions for Maternal Equity) program. The CHIME program focused on maternal- infant health equity through a comparative effectiveness research study, broader partnership network, partner learning network, and research mentorship program. This position will also oversee the PCORI-funded CHIME research mentorship program for fellows and early-stage investigators in community based participatory research and implementation science focused on maternal-infant health equity, including development of the curriculum, coordinating meetings, and overseeing the application procedures.
The position will report to the research program PI and will oversee senior research program staff. The Assistant Program Director will participate in program strategy development, long-range planning, and partnership development by overseeing implementation of multiple multi-site research projects to promote food security, nutrition, and reduction of obesity and related chronic diseases starting early in life.
The Assistant Program Director will have documented expertise in nutrition and/or pediatric research, including clinical trials research experience. We are looking for someone who can collaborate with other researchers and external partners. The ability to manage multiple tasks and timelines and community clearly with collaborators will be central to success in this position. Strong analytic and writing skills, as well as the ability to take initiative and complete appropriate tasks independently, are required. Prior experience with managing large research grants and teams is required. Prior experience with assisting in the development and submission of extramural funding (e.g., NIH, CDC, AHRQ, PCORI)] applications is required.
Duties include:
·Develop and manage research program including multi-site investigator grants and contracts, by conducting research activities, including outreach to varied stakeholders within the program, assigning resources and making program improvement recommendations that impact policies and programs, and completing quarterly, semi-annual, and annual reporting.
·Collaborate with external projects PIs and stakeholders to ensure successful completion of projects, timely data sharing, and reporting.
·Identify, recommend and implement opportunities for new research.
·Source, collect and analyze data, create reports, review and explain trends; formulate and evaluate alternative solutions and/or recommendations to achieve the goals of the program or function. Oversee revisions and trainings on new program policies and procedures.
·Teach and/or assist in the teaching and administration of research mentorship and career development programs, including oversight of the PCORI-funded CHIME Research Mentorship Program. Develop curriculum and application process. Develop curriculum-rating survey, detailed feedback on courses and make recommendations for preliminary overview and changes.
·Write and/or edit complex content for proposals, research grants, peer-reviewed publications, and other program activities.
·Contribute to and inform on strategic program/entity planning and related funding and financial sustainability.
·. Write and/or edit complex content for proposals, research grants, peer-reviewed publications, and other program activities.
·Develop or contribute to outreach strategy related to program communications, development, partnerships, and fundraising/funding.
·Coach and mentor program staff. This includes development and implementation of our annual strategic and team-building retreat.
- - Other duties may also be assigned
All members of the Department of Pediatrics are engaged in continuous learning and improvement to foster a culture where diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice are central to all aspects of our work. The Department collectively and publicly commits to continuously promoting anti-racism and equity through its policies, programs, and practices at all levels.
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. The pay range for this position working in the California Bay area is $95,000. to $139,000.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s or PhD degree and three or more years of relevant experience in nutrition and/or pediatrics. Experience with nutrition research, community partnered research, clinical trials research, mixed methods research, and ability to communicate well with community partners, researchers, funders, and philanthropists.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):
Bachelor's degree and three or more years of relevant experience or combination of education, training, and relevant experience. Advanced degree may be required for some programs. Experience managing a budget and developing financial plans.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):
·Ability to develop program partnerships and funding sources.
·Excellent oral, written, and analytical skills, exhibiting fluency in area of specialization.
·Ability to oversee and direct staff.
·Basic knowledge of managing budgets and developing financial plans.
CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:
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 his or her job.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
·May work extended hours, evenings or weekends.
·May travel locally.
Occasional overnight travel.
