Stanford University School of Medicine · 20 hours ago
Social Science Research Professional 2
Stanford, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$85K/yr - $100K/yr
2+ years expStanford University is seeking a Social Science Research Professional 2 to contribute to an innovative academic program focused on environmental health research and science policy. The role involves conducting analytical studies, assisting in policy and program planning, and engaging with research collaborators to support research translation in chemical policy.
EducationHigher EducationMedical
Responsibilities
Assist in grant submissions including scientific and administrative sections
Engage with research collaborators and community partners to engage in relevant research and research translation in government chemical policy and systemic review at federal level
Assist in designing experiments, exercising independent initiative and judgment gained from completing a variety of high level assignments, including activities such as defining variables, formulating hypotheses, and selecting subjects, sources of information, or planned and coordinating experimental protocols
Research, monitor, and analyze chemical regulations, legislation and related scientific literature
Research and summarize best scientific practices in field related to chemical risk assessment and systematic review methods
Adapt or work out the details of new, nonstandard procedures, with the supervisor providing technical guidance and quality assessment
Interpret, synthesize, and analyze data using scientific or statistical techniques
Solve problems, and make decisions that affect the direction of the research and result in independent contributions to the overall project
Select and apply standard calculations and formulas independently to compile data or process documents; often serve as a resource for research methods and numerical analyses
Coordinates efforts with a variety of external and internal contacts to engage in relevant research and research translation in federal chemical policy and systemic review that builds upon the nationally and internationally recognized work of the program; provides technical guidance and quality assessment
Co-author sections of research publications and regulatory reports as needed
Translate and communicate the impact of new chemical regulations, legislation, or research to the general public and policy makers through public comments, reports, briefings, executive summaries, and/or public presentations
Complete project-related administrative and budgetary responsibilities of a limited scope as needed
Supervise staff or students as needed, including oversight and instruction on techniques, as well as consultation on project work
Other duties may also be assigned
Qualification
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
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
Preferred
Master of Public Health or Master of Science degree in biological sciences, health sciences, bioinformatics, statistics or an applicable related social science field
Company
Stanford University School of Medicine
Stanford University School of Medicine is the medical school of Stanford University. It is a sub-organization of Stanford University.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$10MKey Investors
American Medical Association
2023-06-21Grant
2017-07-19Grant· $10M
Leadership Team
Darius M. Moshfeghi
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Quinton R. Markett
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