SANDRA WONG MARTIN
Portola Valley
Summary
Dynamic research administration professional with more than 15 years of experience at Stanford University, specializing in project management, risk assessment, and compliance. Proven track record of fostering collaboration among faculty, department administrators, and central office partners, leading to successful research outcomes. Exceptional analytical and communication skills will ability to navigate the complexities of research agreements effectively and manage projects with precision, adding significant value to research initiatives.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Related Agreement Officer
Stanford University
Remote
02.2024 - Current
- Draft and negotiate research-related and data use agreements with diverse entities, including federal, non-profit, and industry collaborators.
- Conduct comprehensive risk assessment and advise on agreement terms to identify potential conflicts, and ensure alignment with university policies, as well as applicable federal, state, and sponsor regulations.
- Work closely with faculty investigators and department administrators to provide guidance on securing applicable approvals with internal compliance partner groups, such as the IRB, University Privacy Office, Stanford Hospital Privacy Office, and University Legal Counsel.
- Provide timely updates on agreement statuses, ensuring transparency, and fostering trust with stakeholders.
Senior Research Process Manager, Institutional Official
Stanford University
Remote
08.2015 - 01.2024
- Reviewed, endorsed, and submitted proposals to sponsors on behalf of Stanford University.
- Assisted research teams in preparing, revising, and finalizing project budgets and justifications.
- Provided strategic guidance for a large grant portfolio, collaborating with internal partner groups, such as the Office of Sponsored Research, the Institutional Review Board (IRB), and the Conflict of Interest Office, to address and resolve pre- and post-award compliance issues.
- Led proposal preparation for COVID-19 funding opportunities, securing over $20 million in National Institutes of Health funding at the height of the pandemic.
- Facilitated proposal submissions that garnered over $30 million for three national implementation research and practice centers at Stanford: the Center for Dissemination and Implementation at Stanford (C-DIAS), the Research Adoption Support Center (RASC), and the Mental Health Technology Transfer Center Network Coordinating Center (MHTTC).
Senior Administrative Assistant
Stanford University
Stanford
11.2009 - 08.2015
- Managed daily office operations for the Stanford Movement Disorders Center for the Center Director and six faculty members, including the annual coordination of the SMDC’s Postdoctoral Fellowship Program.
- Led the administrative application process for an FDA investigational device exemption (IDE) application, resulting in the Stanford Neurosurgery team being the first in the United States to implant a deep brain stimulation sensing neurostimulator in a human patient.
Reunion Homecoming Registration Assistant
Stanford
Stanford
08.2009 - 10.2009
- Managed alumni and guest registrations as a temporary contractor for the annual Stanford Alumni Association Reunion Homecoming Weekend.
Proprietor & Artist
Bryson Studios
Woodside
02.2003 - 07.2009
- Founded a handmade artisan jewelry business catering to high-end gift boutiques, including galleries, resort shops, and museum gift shops, such as The Ritz Carlton, The Fairmont Hotel, and the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.
- Managed all aspects of the business, including design, production, sales/marketing, customer service, purchasing, and accounting.
Senior Program Manager, Strategic Events Marketing
Cadence Design Systems
San Jose
04.1999 - 05.2003
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Organizational Studies
University of California, Davis
Davis, CA03.1993
Skills
- Research administration
- Experience with faculty, students, and department administrators in a university setting
- Strong project and time management skills
- Proficient in analytical thinking and risk assessment
- Knowledge of Stanford policies, and federal and state regulations
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities
- Skilled in conflict resolution
- Capable of handling confidential and sensitive information
- Proficient in Stanford applications, including Stanford Research Administration (SeRA) and Microsoft Office Suite, with basic knowledge of the OPACS system
Certification
- Level 1 CGO Signature Authority for Research Related & Data Use Agreements - Mar 2025
- RMG Institutional Official Certification Level 2 - Nov 2017
- RMG Institutional Official Certification Level 1 - Aug 2016
- Cardinal Curriculum I and II - Sep 2015, Feb 2024
Affiliations
Society of Research Administrators International (SRA)
Timeline
Research Related Agreement Officer
Stanford University
02.2024 - Current
Senior Research Process Manager, Institutional Official
Stanford University
08.2015 - 01.2024
Senior Administrative Assistant
Stanford University
11.2009 - 08.2015
Reunion Homecoming Registration Assistant
Stanford
08.2009 - 10.2009
Proprietor & Artist
Bryson Studios
02.2003 - 07.2009
Senior Program Manager, Strategic Events Marketing
Cadence Design Systems
04.1999 - 05.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Organizational Studies
University of California, Davis
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