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Stanford University · 2 months ago

Research Assistant (2 Years Fixed-Term) (Multiple Positions)

Stanford, CA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$34/hr - $34.61/hr

Stanford University is seeking an experienced, full-time research assistant to join the Human Motor Control and Neuromodulation Lab. The role involves conducting research on movement disorders, collecting and analyzing data, and contributing to the publication of results.

EducationHigher EducationUniversities

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Plan and perform research tasks requiring initiative and judgment by applying basic knowledge and understanding of scientific theory when precedents do not provide specific guidance. General instruction provided by the supervisor as needed. May interpret study results in collaboration with supervisor or PI

Participate in the development and administration of survey instruments and rating scales requiring judgment in applying non-routine procedures. Analyze and summarize results for review with supervisor. Audit the accuracy and validity of data

Review and audit case report forms for completion and accuracy with source documents, and ensure compliance with research protocols

Identify, select, extract and summarize data and structured information. Present summary of findings to supervisor

Conduct literature searches, and write literature summaries and manuscripts, requiring preliminary judgments after the supervisor outlines conceptual approach

Build and organize data as requested by principal investigator or supervisor; use common statistical programs to generate and organize data

Adapt new, nonstandard methods outlined by supervisor in designing and evaluating phases of research projects, (i.e., educational materials, questionnaires, strategies for recruitment, data quality control procedures and processes). May follow up with Institutional Review Board (IRB) to ensure renewals are approved and completed, seeking guidance where necessary

Assist with development, communication and design of research findings to internal and external audiences, which may include web updates, social media, and/or white papers, for use in recruitment, educational, or awareness of programs, with guidance from supervisor

May orient and train new staff or students

Other duties may also be assigned

Qualification

MATLABPythonRData analysisNeuroscienceBiomedical engineeringMechanical engineeringElectrical engineeringHuman subject interactionAttention to detailTeamworkCommunication skillsProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Neuroscience, Biomedical/mechanical/electrical engineering)

General understanding of scientific theory and methods, typically gained through completion of an undergraduate degree in a related field

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

Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance

Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to complete detailed work accurately

Effective oral and written communication skills

Ability to work with human study participants

Preferred

Experience with MATLAB, Python, R, or similar

Experience analyzing quantitative data, such as kinematics and/or neural/electrophysiological signals

Experience interacting with patients and/or research subjects

Strong academic credentials and intellectual creativity

Desire to take initiatives, solve problems, and handle substantial responsibility

Ability to successfully juggle and prioritize among multiple projects

Attention to details

Ability to prioritize

Excellent analytical skills

Ability to work well in a team

Strong work ethic

Benefits

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position.

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.

Company

Stanford University

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Stanford University is a teaching and research university that focuses on graduate programs in law, medicine, education, and business.

Founded in 1885

Stanford, California, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.stanford.edu

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