RESEARCH FELLOW, LAW - Stanford, CA, United States - Stanford University

Description

Gordian Knot Center – Research Associate #128269;Dean of Research, Stanford, California, United States#128193;Research#128197;101599 Requisition # SCHOOL/


UNIT DESCRIPTION:

The Gordian Knot Center for National Security Innovation is a relatively new program with the goal of coordinating resources at Stanford and peer universities and across both Silicon Valley's innovation ecosystem and the U.S.

government's national security enterprise to execute three lines of effort:

• National security innovation education;
• Training the next generation of national security innovators; Policy outreach and impact

Our VPDoR Diversity Journey:

• We create a hub of innovation through the power of diversity of disciplines and people.
• We provide equitable access and opportunity to all members of the community in order to do their best work, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• We listen to and value all colleagues who bring diverse perspectives to the advancement and development of a respectful community.
• We promote a culture of belonging, equity, and safety.
• We embed these values in excellence of education, research, and operation. We are looking for a Social Science Research Professional who is excited to be part of a small team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and help build and shape this novel program.

Reporting to the Assistant Director / Center Director, the Social Science Research Professional function is a partner for content and implementation for the other Center Staff by:

Assisting the Center with research that ensures that the Center's content remains current and relevant across its education, training, and policy efforts.

Planning, supporting, and executing the Center's regular Track 1.government + private sector) policy impact events.

Supporting the Center staff as they oversee and help student teams implement the lean (Hacking for Defense) methodology across their projects both in GKC classes and in the GKC training program (Defense Innovations Scholars).

Supporting student research assistants and help advance the Center's research priorities.
Updating the GKC website and help the Center drive its virtual messaging across social media.
Administering, scaling, and formalizing the Center's internal operations.

This recruitment is for a two (2) year fixed-term, benefits-eligible position that begins on the start date and may be renewable in the future based on programmatic need and funding availability.

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.

Participate in the development and administration of survey instruments and rating scales requiring judgment in applying non-routine procedures. Audit the accuracy and validity of data.

• Identify, select, extract and summarize data and structured information. Build and organize data as requested by principal investigator or supervisor.
• 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).
• 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.
• Help with the general administration of the Center. Bachelor of Arts degree in an applicable social science related field, or combination of education and relevant experience in an applicable social science. Experience and comfort with Microsoft Office (especially PowerPoint and Excel) and Google Suite
• Balance between research and policy implementation interests
• Bachelor's Degree Preferred. Frequently stand/walk, sitting, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, perform desk-based computer tasks.
• Occasionally use a telephone, writing by hand, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 40 pounds.
• Rarely sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh

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 the job.

May have to work overtime on occasion (evening classes and periodic events).

• May travel locally. uses and promotes safe behaviors based 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, The expected pay range for this position is $26.54 per hour.

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 () provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees.

Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.

• We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
• Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. 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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Schedule:
Full-time