Inside Higher Ed · 3 weeks ago
Research Fellow, Regulation, Evaluation, and Governance Lab (RegLab) , Stanford Law School
Stanford, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$34/hr - $40.41/hrStanford University is hiring full-time pre-doctoral Research Fellows for the Regulation, Evaluation, and Governance Lab (RegLab). The role involves conducting research focused on machine learning and policy evaluation, collaborating with faculty and teams to produce impactful research outcomes.
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Responsibilities
Plan and perform research tasks requiring initiative and judgment: conceptualize suitable empirical methodologies and models
Collect, manage, and structure quantitative datasets
Conduct statistical analyses of complex datasets and interpret results
Design and implement state-of-the-art machine learning models, algorithms, and statistical models
Participate in literature searches, report writing and manuscript preparation
Present research findings to supervisor
Ensure compliance with research protocols
You may be asked to orient and train new staff or students
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree in an applicable quantitative field (e.g., computer science, data science, statistics, engineering, mathematics, economics, or a related field)
Creativity
Ability to quickly learn in a new work environment
Eagerness to take initiative and solve intricate problems
Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance
Exceptional research, analytical writing, and communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to complete detailed work accurately
Programming experience in R, Python, Stata, SAS, and/or other languages
Self-guided, self-learner, and engaged in the mission of the Lab
Preferred
MS degree preferred
Prior research experience and coursework in the empirical social sciences is preferred, but not required
Experience working with machine learning frameworks (TensorFlow, TF, PyTorch, Scikit Learn, etc.), NLP, computer vision, or related fields is a plus
Benefits
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position.
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