Cannabis Social Science Research Professional Jobs

Stanford REACH Lab in the Department of Pediatrics is seeking an educator (Social Science Research Professional 2) with research experience to assist in the development and evaluation of our substance prevention curriculums, including our Tobacco Prevention Toolkit, Cannabis Awareness & Prevention Toolkit, and Vaping Information, Solutions, and Interventions Toolkit. The successful candidate will also support research that informs public health programs and policies requiring.

This is a fixed term of 1 year with option to extend term or convert to continuing

Work will be performed at Stanford Main Campus, Stanford Research Park and qualifies for hybrid work as agreed upon to meet operational needs

Duties include:

• 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.
• 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 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.


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


• 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

As an organization that receives federal funding, Stanford University has a COVID-19 vaccination requirement that will apply to all university employees, including those working remotely in the United States and applicable subcontractors. To learn more about COVID policies and guidelines for Stanford University Staff, please visit https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/working-stanford/covid-19/interim-policies/covid-19-surveillance-testing-policy

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.

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 exposed to blood borne pathogens.

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

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.


• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors bases on training and lessons learned.


• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

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