Research and Program Manager, Project Unleaded

Overview

Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability, Stanford, California, United States

Administration position posted December 3, 2025 (Requisition #107847). This position is based on Stanford’s main campus with consideration for a hybrid schedule (partially onsite and offsite), subject to operational need. Applicants must include a resume and cover letter. U.S. work authorization is required;
Stanford cannot sponsor visas.

The Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability strives to create a future where humans and nature thrive. It comprises three primary components: academic departments and programs, Institutes, and the Sustainability Accelerator, with a focus on global impact and diverse partnerships. The Woods Institute supports interdisciplinary research and collaboration across Stanford and beyond, addressing climate, environment, and sustainability challenges.

To be successful in this position, you will need:

• Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. For roles with financial responsibilities, experience managing a budget and developing financial plans.

• Ability to develop program partnerships and funding sources.
• Excellent oral, written, and analytical skills; fluency in the area of specialization.
• Ability to oversee and direct staff.
• Basic knowledge of managing budgets and developing financial plans.

• Strategic planning and research program leadership.
• Operational and project management excellence.
• Stakeholder engagement and cross-sector collaboration.
• Scientific and analytical acumen (environmental health, epidemiology, exposure science).
• Strong written, verbal, and data communication skills; success in grant writing and scientific communication.
• Commitment to research ethics, equity, and global health impact.
• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in environmental science, public health, policy, environmental engineering, statistics, or related field preferred.
• Experience leading or managing large, multi-site research programs.
• Experience developing and overseeing study designs, protocols, and compliance documentation (e.g., IRB, data use agreements).
• Ability to translate scientific vision into operational strategy; align people, projects, and resources toward shared goals.
• Interpersonal and communication skills; ability to liaise with leadership and partners across teams and sectors.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills, including budget oversight and personnel supervision.
• Strong quantitative and analytical background with experience in epidemiologic, environmental, or statistical modeling.
• Proficiency in R and STATA; experience with Git Hub, ArcGIS, QGIS, or spatial/exposure analysis in R is a plus.
• Familiarity with environmental laboratory and field sampling methods preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other research management tools.
• Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities; contact Stanford University Human Resources for accommodations.

• Partner with the Director to define strategic research priorities and translate the program’s vision into action, ensuring alignment across projects and teams.
• Lead and oversee multi-site, interdisciplinary research studies, including a large longitudinal cohort study in Pakistan focusing on lead exposure among women and children.
• Manage 1-2 large international subawards (up to $1 million each) to partners in Pakistan and LMICs; ensure partner performance, fiscal responsibility, and impact.
• Supervise the design and implementation of study protocols, survey instruments, and sampling strategies; ensure IRB, data governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage scientific operations, including field logistics, procurement, staffing, training, and quality assurance across study sites.
• Oversee day-to-day program operations in coordination with the Director; establish management systems and identify process improvements.
• Develop and implement program management tools and knowledge-sharing platforms for coordination across Project Unleaded teams and partners.
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