Research Analyst, Stanford Latino Entrepreneurship Initiative

To be successful in this position, you will bring:

• Graduate degree in an applicable social science related field and five years of applicable experience, or combination of education and relevant experience in an applicable social science.
• Expert level knowledge and skills in research, particularly related to social science analytics
• Substantial experience and understanding of at least one statistical computing environment, such as R and Stata.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; excellent judgment.
• Strong survey design and analysis skills; strong skills in creating surveys using Qualtrics or similar platform, including more advanced survey creation.
• Knowledge of data collection methods (polls, focus groups, interviews, surveys, etc.).
• Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills and demonstrated ability to complete detailed work accurately.
• Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with human study participants.

In addition, preferred skills and abilities include:

• Experience working with diverse populations
• Fluency in written and spoken Spanish
• Familiarity with SQL databases
• Search engines, web analytics and business research tools acumen. 
• Working knowledge of data warehousing, modeling and mining.
• Interest in entrepreneurship among diverse populations and some knowledge of business financial reports
• Familiarity with U.S. Census data about businesses in the United States.

The CES team, like all of Stanford University, is committed to diversity in our workplace and teams.  We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this position.   

The expected pay range for this position is $78,000 to $108,000 per year. 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.

* 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.

Why Stanford is for You

Stanford’s dedicated 16,000 staff 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 sphere. We provide competitive salaries, excellent health care and retirement plans, and a generous vacation policy, including additional time off during our winter closure. Our generous perks align with what matters to you:

• Freedom to grow. Take advantage of career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a Ted Talk, 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. Visit campus gardens, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources. We offer free commuter programs and ridesharing incentives. Enjoy discounts for computers, cell phones, recreation, travel, entertainment, and more! 

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

How to Apply

We invite you to apply for this position by clicking on the “Apply for Job” button. To be considered, please submit a resume and cover letter expressing what makes you interested in the position and how your skills and capabilities align with the job requirements along with your online application. We pay a great deal of attention to these cover letters. Please provide one if you wish to be a serious contender for the role.