Undergraduate Pathway Programs Administrative Associate

Stanford, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/20/2023

Educational Programs and Services (EPS) is home to departments and programs that are central to the educational mission of the Stanford University School of Medicine. We serve all populations of students and trainees who participate in the School's programs: Stanford MD, MS, MSPA, and PhD students; visiting MD students seeking clinical clerkships; postdoctoral scholars and medical fellows; and medical practitioners seeking further professional enrichment. Our goal is to provide a Stanford School of Medicine experience worthy of our students' and trainees' talents, aspirations, and dedication.


Department Information

Stanford Medicine Office of Diversity in Medical Education (ODME) is committed to cultivating and sustaining an environment that fosters the development of diverse physician leaders who are committed to eliminating the nation’s health inequities through patient care, education, research, and advocacy.


Job Purpose

ODME is seeking an Administrative Associate 2 (AA2) as an important member of the ODME Undergraduate Medical Education (UME) Pathway Programs team who contributes to efforts that increase diversity in the health professions by supporting programs, events, and activities that foster learning and development to address health inequities. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Outreach, Recruitment, and Engagement, the AA2 will provide administrative and operational support to ODME UME Pathway Programs.

This position will be based on the Stanford campus and will be considered for an option of telecommuting from the Bay Area (hybrid of working 2-3 days on-site during the academic year and onsite during summer programming), subject to operational need.


Core Duties

This position supports pathway programs in the Office of Diversity in Medical Education (ODME-UME Pathways) and distributes social media promotional content generated by members of the ODME team. The AA2 independently generates a quarterly newsletter and annual report from content provided by the ODME Undergraduate Medical Education (UME) team. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Outreach, Recruitment, and Engagement, the AA2 performs a range of duties in a fast-paced environment, including:

  • Interacting virtually and in-person with faculty, administrators, community health partners, and other guests and visitors who participate in ODME summer and premedical pathway programs.
  • Coordinates and staffs ODME UME Pathway program events, programs, and activities in collaboration with professional and student staff.
  • Supporting operational and administrative tasks required for the successful development, administration, evaluation, and assessment of ODME UME pathway programs.
  • Independently creating a quarterly ODME UME newsletter and annual report from content provided by the ODME UME team.
  • Collates and organizes web-based and social media content describing premedical pathway programming.
  • Assists in developing, editing, updating, and maintaining web content for ODME Pathway Programs.
  • Assists in contingent staff hiring including human resources document generation and verification.
  • Collects confidential documents to process Payroll, stipends, honoraria, fellowships, supply orders, and travel related to ODME pathway programs for paid staff and program participants.
  • Uses a variety of platforms to respond to inquiries from internal and external community members (Slack, email, Asana, Messenger, Qualtrics, SlideRoom, acuity scheduling, Google, and other platforms).
  • Establishes protocols for administrative support and processes.
  • Provides administrative support leading up to, during, and concluding pathway programs.
  • Provides in-person support for events and programming.
  • Assists with event preparation including room setup, ordering and setting up catering.
  • Operates and manages AV equipment as needed, re-setting and properly closing rooms following events.
  • Orders, prepares; collates and distributes program supplies.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience (Required)

High school diploma and three years of administrative experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Required)

  • Proficient computer skills and demonstrated experience with office software and email applications.
  • Demonstrated success in following through and completing routine tasks.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to prioritize and multi-task.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience providing administrative support for student-centered programs.
  • Ability to work independently, with feedback from multiple sources.
  • Strong communication skills across different constituencies in an organization.
  • Ability to learn, apply, and uphold program and institutional guidelines and policies.
  • Experience using Google suite, including Sites, Calendar, Groups, and Drive, and the Microsoft 365 suite.
  • Moderate to advanced computer skills and demonstrated experience with office and course software, and email applications (Google suite, Office 365 suite, Adobe Experience manager, Qualtrics, Canvas and financial systems).
  • Demonstrated project coordination or project management experience.
  • Ability to troubleshoot, exercise sound judgment in decision-making, and creatively problem-solve in an educational administrative environment.
  • Skilled at time management, professional conduct and producing results.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively to complete tasks.
  • Demonstrated professionalism and commitment to excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

  • Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.
  • Frequently sitting.
  • Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
  • Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl.

Working Conditions

AA will be asked to work in the office 2 to 3 days a week. On-site work may increase during the Spring and Summer months as summer programming commences and depending on need.


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 expected pay range for this position is $56,000 to $74,000 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.


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.


Why Stanford is for You

Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

  • Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
  • A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
  • A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
  • Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
  • Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

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.


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.


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.


Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S.

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