Research Development Specialist

Stanford University

Stanford, CA · Posted October 21, 2026

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About the job

Plan and administer both academic and research programs and services. Interpret principles and concepts generated by faculty, develop ideas and options for faculty review and decision, and then develop and implement instruction and research programs reflecting faculty interest. Special subject matter expertise in academic and/or research area is required for these jobs. Program management jobs without a research specialty may be better classified in Administrative Services Administrator series.