Social Science Research Professional

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s degree in public health or a related social science field (e.g., economics, public policy, biostatistics, psychology)

Desire to take initiative and solve problems

Ability to independently complete data management and analyses using statistical packages such as Stata, R, SAS, etc.

Ability to create data visualizations such as tables, figures, and graphs

Experience or interest in supporting qualitative data collection (e.g., focus groups)

Experience or interest in supporting implementation of online experiments (e.g., programming in Qualtrics)

Ability to successfully juggle and prioritize among multiple projects

Experience or interest in learning about cell and gene therapies and access to these therapies

Background in public health research

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

Bachelor of Arts degree in an applicable social science related field and two years applicable experience, or combination of education and experience in an applicable social science.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

·         Comprehensive understanding of scientific theory and methods.

·         General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs.

·         Strong analytical skills and excellent judgment.

·         Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance.

·         Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to complete detailed work accurately.

·         Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.

·         Ability to work with human study participants.

·         Developing supervisory skills.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:  None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

·         Frequently perform desk-based computer tasks, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.

·         Occasionally stand/walk, sit, use a telephone, writing by hand, and sort/file paperwork or parts.

·         Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl, rarely reach/work above shoulders, operate foot and/or hand controls.

*- 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.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

May be required to work non-standard, extended or weekend hours in support of research work.

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 pay range for this position working in the California Bay area is $81,130.00 to $94,895.00/ annually.