SCHOOL/UNIT DESCRIPTION:
The Stanford Digital Economy Lab conducts groundbreaking research on the impact of the digital economy.
We bring together an interdisciplinary group of passionate researchers to study how digital technologies are transforming work, organizations, and the economy. Our insights are helping companies, policymakers, students, and professionals rise to the challenges and opportunities created by digitization.
We believe in the power of human work and that augmenting human capabilities with machine capabilities will lead to the best outcomes for everyone.
The Lab is part of the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI) and co-sponsored by the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research (SIEPR).
POSITION SUMMARY:
We are seeking an exceptional Research Manager to spearhead a groundbreaking initiative at the Stanford Digital Economy Lab (DEL) focused on tracking and measuring the economic and societal impacts of AI and related technology. Reporting to Faculty Director Erik Brynjolfsson, this pivotal role will help build a suite of real-time measurement tools, including a novel AI Economic Index and economic dashboard that tracks AI's diffusion and its economic impacts. This role is central to our mission to generate data and evidence-based insights that will inform better policy, investment, and organizational decisions. The ideal candidate will manage the project's execution from fundraising and grant writing to data strategy, analysis, and reporting. They will also work to disseminate findings through public-facing websites, white papers, events, and policy briefs. They will manage data acquisition, manage research assistants, and contractors. They will work closely with post-docs and research scientists within the lab. They will develop, implement, and administer the vision, strategy, and goals of the assigned academic program and participate in program strategy development, long-range planning, and partnership development.
The initial appointment will be 3-year fixed term. The fixed-term may be renewed for additional years based on business needs.
CORE DUTIES:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree and three years of administrative experience, or combination of education and relevant experience. Preferred: Applicants with an advanced degree in economics, experience creating indexes, forecasts, or economics data-focused reports, and a strong passion for economic research, artificial intelligence, and data analysis/visualization. The candidate should also have Special Sworn Status with the US Census Bureau. Experience managing budgets and writing grant proposals preferred.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience or combination of education, training, and relevant experience. Advanced degree in economics strongly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Certifications and Licenses:
Special Sworn Status (US Census Bureau)
DESIRED REQUIREMENTS:
Master’s in Economics
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:
* - 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 the job.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
WORK STANDARDS:
Remote:
This role is open to candidates anywhere in the United States. Stanford University has five Regional Pay Structures. The compensation for this position will be based on the location of the successful candidate.
The expected pay range for this position is $80,648 to $137,207 per annum for remote positions.
The expected pay range for this position is $116,966 to $150,114 per annum for hybrid positions.
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage 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. 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
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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 by submitting 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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