EdEthics Director of Research

🔍 Graduate School of Education, Stanford, California, United States

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The Stanford Graduate School of Education (GSE) seeks a full-time Director of Research to help set, implement, and oversee EdEthics’ philosophical, qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods research about ethical challenges in education, ethical learning and development, and the impact of EdEthics’ work on individuals, groups, and organizations.

This position is hybrid. Interested applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing why they are interested in this position at this stage of their career.

Note: This is a 1-year fixed term position that may be renewed subject to funding and operational need.

Who We Are:

The Stanford University Graduate School of Education (GSE) is a top-ranked school of education, known for its prestigious faculty, rigorous graduate degree programs, and its impact on the quality of education across the world. The GSE is committed to developing leaders in education research, practice, and policy. Our community includes over 60 faculty, 400 students, 200 staff, 14,000 alumni and countless people from the local and global communities we work with and impact.

EdEthics is led by Meira Levinson, Professor at the Stanford Graduate School of Education. EdEthics supports educators and policymakers to ask important questions about the ethical dimensions of their work, develops new language to talk about educational ethics, and provides frameworks for developing a philosophically rigorous, pragmatically useful theory of educational justice. EdEthics works with K-12 practitioners and school districts, higher education, policymakers, and scholars in a range of initiatives and networks. EdEthics also develops and publishes normative case studies, academic research, digital resources, and other resources in various mediums. Current projects include online and in-person offerings to help teachers and educational leaders address ethical dilemmas and values in education, research on intellectual humility, and supporting the teaching of the legacies of slavery and navigating controversial conversations in the classroom. More information is available on justiceinschools.org.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to Faculty Director Meira Levinson and to the Executive Director, the Director of Research will work collaboratively with the Faculty Director to set, implement, and oversee EdEthics’ research agenda. This includes philosophical, qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods research about ethical challenges in education, people’s and institutions’/systems’ ethical learning and development, and the impact of EdEthics’ work on individuals, groups, and organizations.

CORE DUTIES

Lead IRB preparation, submission, approval, and compliance
Design and maintain EdEthics’ complex research instrument and data infrastructure to ensure safety, privacy, integrity, scalability; and usability
Write, edit, and disseminate materials at every stage of the research funding lifecycle, from letters of inquiry and grant applications through research publications and final reports
Oversee and directly participate in data collection, cleaning, and analysis activities, including through supporting, training, and troubleshooting undergraduate and graduate RAs, postdoctoral fellows, EdEthics staff, and partner researchers
Manage the EdEthics research team and relevant budgets
Work with research and practice partners across multiple disciplines, methodologies, and professional settings (e.g. college and university, K-12 schools and districts, research shops, non-profits)
Work collaboratively with other EdEthics staff and with partner organizations to integrate research projects and findings into EdEthics’ partnership, policy, and teaching and learning initiatives
Represent EdEthics’ research agenda and findings to multiple audiences orally and in writing, including to educators, administrators, parents, students, and policy makers and at both academic and professional conferences
Mentor postdoctoral fellows, doctoral and masters students, and undergraduate RAs
Identify strategic research and funding opportunities and build EdEthics’ relationships with program officers and other research funders
Design, analyze, and interpret research to inform EdEthics’ strategic planning and development
Participate in regular EdEthics leadership team meetings
Co-design and help bring to fruition EdEthics conferences, research workshops, seminars, and fellowship initiatives

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience

Education: PhD in education, psychology, learning sciences, sociology, political science, data science, philosophy, public policy, or related field.
At least three years post-PhD experience as PI or co-PI conducting qualitative, quantitative, and/or mixed-methods research studies from conception through execution and analysis to publication
Experience as a member or leader of multidisciplinary and/or mixed-methods research teams

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Familiarity with core concepts in moral, ethical, and/or political philosophy and/or moral psychology
Interest in integrating normative and empirical inquiry
Expertise in an array of qualitative and/or quantitative research methods that enable rigorous investigation of many different kinds of research questions
Demonstrated skill and comfort with qualitative and/or quantitative digital research tools and technologies such as SPSS, Atlas.ti, Qualtrics, and LLMs
Demonstrated record of first-authored scholarly publications in high-quality research journals
Demonstrated ability to write (or lead teams in writing) successful research grant applications to external funders at a $250,000 level and above
Expertise working with IRB and ensuring ethical data collection, management, analysis, reporting, and storage practices
Excellent project management and organizational skills; able to set and adhere to timelines across multiple projects, give attention to detail, take initiative, and manage ambiguity well.
Excellent interpersonal skills; able to work both independently and collaboratively with team members across academic disciplines.
Demonstrated communication skills, both oral and written, with a wide range of audiences in both formal and informal settings

Desired Qualifications:

Experience as a K-12 teacher or working with K-12 teachers, e.g. through conducting teacher professional development
Experience working with external partners in education (e.g. K-12 schools or districts, institutions of higher education, departments of education, education policy shops, or educational non-profits) in co-designing and implementing research, including experience leading or participating in research-practice partnerships

WORKING CONDITIONS

May work extended hours, evenings or weekends
May travel locally, and occasionally nationally and internationally

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Frequently stand/walk, sitting, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, perform desk-based computer tasks
Occasionally use a telephone, writing by hand, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 40 pounds
Rarely sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh >40 pounds
Ability to use voice to present information/communicate with others.
On-campus mobility

The expected pay range for this position is $94,058 to $169,596 per annum. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of the salary the university reasonably expects to pay for a position upon hire. 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.

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

Stanford’s dedicated 16,000+ staff, who come from diverse educational and career backgrounds. We are a collaborative environment that thrives on innovation and continuous improvement. At Stanford, we seek talent committed to excellence, driven to impact the future of our legacy, and improve lives on a global scale.We provide market competitive salaries, excellent health care and retirement plans, and a generous vacation policy, including additional time off during our winter closure. Our unique perks align with what matters to you:

Freedom to grow. As one of the greatest intellectual hubs in the world, take advantage of development programs, tuition reimbursement plus $800 you receive annually towards skill-building classes, or audit a Stanford course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or leader discuss global issues.
A caring culture. We understand the importance of your personal and family time and provide you access to wellness programs, child-care resources, parent education and consultation, elder care and caregiving support.
A healthier you. We make wellness a priority by providing access to world-class exercise facilities. Climb our rock wall, or participate in one of hundreds of health or fitness classes.
Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums. Create an avatar and participate in virtual reality adventures or join one with fellow staff on Stanford vacations!
Enviable resources. We offer free commuter programs and ridesharing incentives. Enjoy discounts for computing, cell phones, outdoor recreation, travel, entertainment, and more.

We pride ourselves in being a culture that encourages and empowers you.

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 accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources at stanfordelr@stanford.edu. For all other inquiries, please submit a contact form.

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.

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