Social Science Research Coordinator (On-Site Only)

School of Humanities and Sciences, Stanford, California, United States

Research

Post Date May 15, 2024

Requisition # 103259

Social Science Research Coordinator (On-Site Only)

The School of Humanities and Sciences (H&S) is the foundation of a liberal arts education at Stanford. The school encompasses 24 departments and 25 interdisciplinary programs. H&S is home to fundamental and applied research, where free, open, and critical inquiry is pursued across disciplines. As the university’s largest school, H&S serves as the foundation of a Stanford undergraduate education no matter which discipline students pursue as a major. Graduate students work alongside world-renowned faculty to pursue and shape foundational research that leads to breakthroughs and discoveries that shed new light on the past, influence the present, and shape the future. Together, faculty and students in H&S engage in inspirational teaching, learning, and research every day.

Position Summary:

The (brand-new) Laboratory for Computation and Language in Minds and Brains (CLiMB Lab, PI Cory Shain) is seeking a full-time research coordinator to play an integral role in the lab’s mission to study the computational and neural underpinnings of the human ability to learn, comprehend, and use language. This position will involve close collaboration with and supervision by PI Shain to (i) design and implement research protocols, (ii) recruit and consent participants and ensure their safety and comfort, (iii) collect experimental data (with a special focus on functional magnetic resonance imaging or fMRI), (iii) design and implement data management protocols, and (iv) analyze data. In the course of these duties, the research coordinator will have opportunities to co-author any research articles to which they make a substantive contribution, acquire new skills (e.g., in linguistics, cognitive neuroscience, experimental design, data analytics, and/or computational methods), collaborate with others (e.g., student researchers and postdocs) inside and outside the lab, and even potentially lead their own studies with support from the PI. Applicants with an appropriate computational background may also work with artificial intelligence tools (e.g., large language models) for research purposes.

This is a 2-year position ideal for applicants considering pursuing PhD training in linguistics, cognitive (neuro)science, or artificial intelligence. Strong coding stills and previous fMRI data collection experience are strongly preferred.

This is a 100% FTE, fixed-term, non-exempt position. This position will be based on the Stanford campus.

If you believe that this opportunity is a match for your knowledge, skills and abilities, we encourage you to apply. Thank you for considering employment opportunities with the School of Humanities and Sciences.

CORE DUTIES:

· Prepare correspondence, documents and reports.

· Maintain and file forms and documents, including consent forms and master subject logs.

· Assist with the screening, recruiting, and obtaining consent of study participants. Perform telephone or in-person interviews to gather data, as needed. Schedule and/or call subjects for appointments.

· Prepare, distribute, administer and process questionnaires and tests, score test measurements and questionnaires, and code data for computer entry. Perform quantitative review of forms, tests, and other measurements for completeness and accuracy.

· Prepare data for input into statistical databases by typing, editing, and organizing data.

· Apply formulas and calculations to research data using basic statistical programs. Review and verify accuracy of database information and assist in making necessary corrections according to specific guidelines.

· Order and maintain equipment and supplies.

· Process study compensation payments and thank you letters to subjects upon completion of trial activities.

· Assist with post-study activities, as needed.

• Other duties may also be assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Two year college degree and one year of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

· General understanding of scientific theory and methods.

· 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

In addition, preferred requirements include:

● Strong programming skills (most of the coding in the lab is done in Python, with some MATLAB and R)

● Previous experience with fMRI data collection

● Previous experience with fMRI data analysis

● Training background in at least one of the following:

o Linguistics

o Neuroimaging

o Cognitive science

o Computer science

o Statistics

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.

The expected pay range for this position is $24.04 to $34.13 per hour.

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.

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The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classifications and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

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Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time

• Job Code: 4233

• Employee Status: Fixed-Term

• Grade: D

• Requisition ID: 103259

• Work Arrangement : On Site