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Research Assistant

Employer
Stanford University
Location
Stanford, CA
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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution
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Job Details

Perform work to support research or develop public programs andpolicies requiring continuous exercising of independent initiative andjudgment. Provide guidance to less experienced colleagues.

Responsibilities

Core Duties:

  • Assist in designing experiments, exercising independentinitiative and judgment gained from completing a variety of high levelassignments, including activities such as defining variables,formulating hypotheses, and selecting subjects, sources of information,or planning and coordinating experimental protocols.

  • Adapt or work out the details of new, nonstandard procedures,with the supervisor providing general guidance and suggestions.

  • Interpret, synthesize, and analyze data using scientific orstatistical techniques.

  • Solve problems, and make decisions that affect the direction ofthe research and result in independent contributions to the overallproject.

  • Select and apply standard calculations and formulas independentlyto compile data or process documents; often serve as a resource forresearch methods and numerical analyses.

  • Co-author sections of research publications and regulatoryreports as needed.

  • Complete project-related administrative and budgetaryresponsibilities of a limited scope as needed.

  • Supervise staff or students as needed, including oversight andinstruction on techniques, as well as consultation on projectwork.

Minimum Education andExperience

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

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Comprehensive understanding of scientific theory andmethods.

  • General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and mastercomputer programs.

  • Strong analytical skills and excellent judgment.

  • Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance.

  • Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability tocomplete detailed work accurately.

  • Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.

  • Ability to work with human study participants.

  • Developing supervisory skills.

Organization

Change the world. And yourself.

Stanford University has changed the world, over and over again.

We are one of Silicon Valley's largest employers - and also one of the most unique. Our mission is to educate future leaders and promote interdisciplinary, world-class research and teaching. This passion makes Stanford an intensely creative, rewarding, and challenging place to work. At the same time, our traditions of respect and collaboration sustain a humane, supportive environment in which to pursue your life and your career. 

At Stanford you'll work with bright, diverse, dedicated people. You'll find encouragement to learn and grow. You'll enjoy excellent benefits and an outstanding environment.

Stanford Facts at a Glance

Opened 1891

Student Enrollment

  • Undergraduates: 6,980
  • Graduates: 8,897

Campus

  • 8,180 contiguous acres in six governmental jurisdictions
  • Nearly 700 major buildings
  • 97% of undergraduates live on campus

Research

  • 5,300 externally sponsored projects
  • $1.33 billion total budget

Faculty

  • 2,043 faculty members
  • 21 Nobel laureates are currently members of the Stanford community
  • 5:1 student to faculty ratio

Stanford University is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified women, minorities, protected veterans and persons with disabilities.

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