Social Science Research Professional 1 - Stanford, United States - InsideHigherEd

Description

Dr. Anna Grummon in the Department of Pediatrics is seeking a full-time Social Science Research Professional 1. Dr. Grummon's research aims to inform the design and implementation of food policies such as beverage taxes, warning labels, and food assistance programs. Her work also examines the intersection of nutrition and environmental sustainability by identifying and encouraging diets that both promote health and reduce the environmental impacts of food production.

In this role, the Social Science Research Professional 1 will support the design and implementation of multiple research studies, including foundation- and NIH-funded studies examining the effect of messaging campaigns to encourage healthy and sustainable diets, the effect of alcohol and added sugar labels on consumer behavior, the effect of marketing campaigns to encourage school meal participation, and the effect of front-of-package food labels on grocery purchases. The position requires education or relevant experience in public health, behavioral science, nutrition, psychology, or related fields and the ability to carry out multiple concurrent research tasks (e.g., recruitment, scheduling, participant visits, literature reviews).

Duties include:

§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 requiring the application of job control language in generating and organizing 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.

~ All members of the Department of Pediatrics are engaged in continuous learning and improvement to foster a culture where diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice are central to all aspects of our work. The Department collectively and publicly commits to continuously promoting anti-racism and equity through its policies, programs, and practices at all levels. ~

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education or relevant experience working in health science, behavioral science, psychology with coursework or equivalent in behavioral health, nutrition, or related fields is highly desired

• Previous experience with recruitment and data collection for research projects is highly desired

• Experience working with adult populations for research projects is highly desired

• Experience using Qualtrics, ResearchMatch, StudyPages, Stanford Research Registry, and OnCore is highly desired

• Experience supporting IRB submissions is highly desired

• Experience conducting literature searches related to nutrition policy, the food environment, and/or environmental sustainability is highly desired

• Experience with development of clinical trial protocols is highly desired

• Meticulous, organized, conscientious, sensitive to a range of participant needs; flexible style of work and the ability to work under supervision and with a variety of staff and research study participants

• Ability to successfully juggle and prioritize among multiple projects

• Experience working with technology is highly desirable

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

§Bachelor of Arts degree in an applicable social science related field, or combination of education and relevant experience in an applicable social science.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

§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.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:

§None

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, and operates 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.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the University reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs. The pay range for this position working in the California Bay area is $26.44-$36.54.

• Schedule: Full-time
• Job Code: 4234
• Employee Status: Regular
• Grade: E
• Department URL:
• Requisition ID: 103079
• Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible