Administration
Divina has worked in Genetics since 2015. She is responsible for administrative tasks, reimbursement expenses, pcard/travel card processing for the Snyder Lab and Baker Lab.
Dawn oversees the department events, website, and is a staff liaison to the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advocacy student led group. She More joined the Genetics Department in 2019, but has volunteered or worked professionally on campus since 1998. She is always happy to help plan an event, update the website with new student information, or be a resource for who to contact in Palo Alto.
Anita began working in Human Resources at Stanford University in 2011 and joined the Department of Genetics in 2015. She is currently the Department’s Associate Director of Administration and helps oversee Human Resources, Faculty Affairs, Student Services and our Administrative Associates managing the daily administrative procedures including improving the Department’s organizational processes and communications. Anita spends most of her time meeting with faculty and staff to coach, advise, and discuss developmental opportunities as well as assist in resolving complex issues utilizing Stanford resources. She also serves as a liaison between SoM and the Department in making recommendations and leading process improvement where possible. Please feel free to reach out to Anita with any questions you have, she’s happy to help!
Chris started in the Stanford Genetics department in October 2023. He is responsible for administrative tasks, calendar scheduling, reimbursement expenses, Pcard/travel card processing for the Altemose Lab, Daniels Lab, and Gitler lab.
Ada joined Stanford's Internal Audit department in 2008 and transitioned to the Department of Genetics in 2012.
As a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and in her role as Genetics’ Associate Director of Finance, Ada oversees the department's overall financial strategies and budget, along with the financial oversight of the two Genetics Service Centers: Genome Service Center and the Genetics Bioinformatics Service Center (GBSC). Additionally, More she supervises a team of six accountants, serving as their master trainer and providing guidance in all finance / accounting / audit / compliance related matters. She also manages Dr. Michael Snyder’s (Genetics’ chair from 2010 – 2024) laboratory finances and all related operations. Ada is your go-to resource for inquiries related to finance, audit, compliance, research administration, campus resources. Feel free to reach out to Ada on slack @adaychen! Outside of work, Ada enjoys cross-stitching, karaoke and gardening.
Holly joined the Department of Genetics in 2015 as an Administrative Associate. She supports both the Brunet and Sherlock labs. She More is a good point of contact for questions related to grants, progress reports, finances, travel arrangements, reimbursements, letters of recommendation, lab events, and purchase orders.
Wendy has been with the Department of Genetics for over 18 years. She supports both graduate students and postdocs. She is a good place to start for most things More - Funding & Stanford billing questions, course requirements, degree progress, campus resources. If a student has a problem and just does not know where to turn, start with Wendy.
Cori joined Stanford Department of Genetics in 2023. She has a background in finance and accounting and has been working in research administration since 2018. Cori enjoys lending a helping hand, so feel free to reach out with your finance questions!
Olivia Doan
Senior Human Resources Administrator
Olivia has been with Stanford University since 2016 and joined Genetics in 2023. She provides support to the HR Manager, and is also available for all HR needs. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions.
Tacy has served as the program coordinator for Stanford’s MS in Human Genetics and Genetic Counseling program since 2012. She provides support to all of the genetic counseling program’s faculty and trainees, and is always happy to chat with prospective applicants.
Lily supports Drs. Pritchard, Kundaje, and Bassik. She is the point-of-contact for the professors and lab related inquiries. She More also manages their calendars, meeting arrangements, prepares research materials, performs financial transactions, creates purchase requisitions, and supports the labs' daily operations.
Mariola started working at Stanford University in 2000 at the Department of Pathology and in 2016 joined the Oncology Department as the Felsher Laboratory Manager.
Shirley provides administrative support for Dr. Snyder. She is the point of contact for calendar scheduling, travel arrangements, lab reimbursements, and purchase orders.
Maria has been working in the Genetics Department for over 15 years. Currently, she provides administrative support to the Cherry lab, the Genome Sequencing Service Center and More the Genetics Bioinformatics Service Center. When she is not working from home, she can be found Monday through Thursday at 3165 Porter Drive, Room 2270, cubicle 24. Please stop by and introduce yourself.
Lettie McGuire
Web Development
lmcg@stanford.edu
Roberta has been the assistant to Dr. Stanley N. Cohen since 1999. While the Shelter-in-Place Orders are in effect, she is the Genetics Department’s point of contact regarding U.S. Postal Service mail delivery.
Swina has a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Monash University and an MBA from the University of Louisville. She has held various accounting and finance roles at Deloitte, Motorola, and Cisco Systems, gaining international experience in auditing, financial analysis, and program management. She is really excited to bring her background to the Department of Genetics.
Ruth oversees the Stanford at The Tech Program, seeking to find new ways to expand education outreach opportunities at The Tech Interactive in San Jose.
Randy Soares
Director of Finance and Administration. Genetics and Institute for Immunity, Transplantation, and Infection
Randy Soares joined Stanford as the Director of Finance and Administration (DFA) for Genetics in 2010. More After graduating from the University of San Francisco with a degree in accounting/finance, Randy began his career as an auditor for KPMG Peat Marwick. He was subsequently recruited by UCSF, where he was involved in major system implementation projects and the integration of Mount Zion Hospital.
Before joining Stanford, Randy also served as the CFO for the Gallo Center at UCSF, as well as the Parkinson’s Institute. In 2018, he also became DFA for the Institute for Immunity, Transplantation, and Infection (ITI). In his spare time, he and his wife Victoria hang out with their dog, Dinah Soares (130 pound Neapolitan Mastiff).
Khoa Tran
Human Resources Manager
Khoa Tran started working at Stanford University as a Human Resources Associate in 2011, he then joined Genetics in 2015 and is now our HR Manager. Khoa is available for our Department’s HR needs including job postings, on/off boarding, compensation, compliance, leaves/accommodations and career opportunities. Please feel free to reach out to him with any questions you have .
