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Posted : Tuesday, November 07, 2023 02:09 AM
The research group of Dr.
Jade Benjamin-Chung (https://jadebc.
net/) in the Department of Epidemiology and Population Health is seeking a Research Scientist.
Our group conducts research on the transmission and prevention of infectious diseases in order to improve health of vulnerable populations.
The Research Scientist will contribute to ongoing field studies and epidemiologic analyses related on malaria, enteric infections, and child health in Bangladesh, Peru, and Tanzania.
The work will have broad scientific and public health impact in infectious diseases.
The Research Scientist will work in a multidisciplinary collaborative environment.
The successful candidate will be highly independent, organized, enthusiastic, and a motivated problem solver, who enjoys working in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.
Duties include: • Coordinate research protocols and activities with international collaborators.
• Conduct literature searches and write literature summaries for proposals and manuscripts.
• Create and monitor data dashboards and reports on ongoing data collection.
• Conduct data processing and statistical analyses using epidemiologic and environmental datasets using R statistical software.
• Maintain version control of code repositories using Github.
• Coordinate scientific activities of international research projects in low-income country settings.
• Contribute to scientific manuscripts and grant applications.
• Manage study administration, including study and institutional research board protocols and data use agreements.
• Coordinate activities within the research lab (e.
g.
, organize lab meetings, maintain lab website, train incoming students).
• Assist with development, communication, and design of research findings to internal and external audiences, which may include presentations, website updates, and social media posts.
Required application materials: • CV or resume • A cover letter that describes their professional qualifications, professional goals, alignment with the position • Contact information for three references • A single writing sample not exceeding 10 pages (e.
g.
, published article, thesis chapter, unpublished working paper) * - Other duties may also be assigned The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and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.
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.
This role is open to candidates anywhere in the United States.
Stanford University has five Regional Pay Structures.
The compensation for this position will be based on the location of the successful candidate.
The expected pay range for this position is $22.
12 to $36.
54 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.
At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package.
The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.
stanford.
edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees.
Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources at stanfordelr@stanford.
edu.
For all other inquiries, please submit a contact form.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, public health, environmental engineering, statistics, or related fields.
• Strong quantitative background, including experience with epidemiologic and statistical analyses.
• Proficiency in R statistical software.
• Experience using GitHub.
• Experience with research in low-resource settings.
• Experience with geospatial analyses in ArcGIS, QGIS, or R.
• Experience with Google Earth Engine.
• Strong interpersonal skills to facilitate interactions with coworkers, affiliated researchers, and staff in organization.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to prepare tables and graphs and summarize data.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office programs to prepare project documentation, memos, reports, and presentations.
• Strong organizational skills, the ability to establish priorities and coordinate multiple tasks, and to work independently.
• Ability to write clear and concise professional reports, memos, and correspondence.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills • Ability to work effectively as a team member on projects with a diverse group of research staff.
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.
• Strong interpersonal skills to facilitate interactions with coworkers, affiliated researchers, and staff in organization.
• 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 required to work non-standard, extended or weekend hours in support of research work.
• May be required to travel internationally in support of research work.
Jade Benjamin-Chung (https://jadebc.
net/) in the Department of Epidemiology and Population Health is seeking a Research Scientist.
Our group conducts research on the transmission and prevention of infectious diseases in order to improve health of vulnerable populations.
The Research Scientist will contribute to ongoing field studies and epidemiologic analyses related on malaria, enteric infections, and child health in Bangladesh, Peru, and Tanzania.
The work will have broad scientific and public health impact in infectious diseases.
The Research Scientist will work in a multidisciplinary collaborative environment.
The successful candidate will be highly independent, organized, enthusiastic, and a motivated problem solver, who enjoys working in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.
Duties include: • Coordinate research protocols and activities with international collaborators.
• Conduct literature searches and write literature summaries for proposals and manuscripts.
• Create and monitor data dashboards and reports on ongoing data collection.
• Conduct data processing and statistical analyses using epidemiologic and environmental datasets using R statistical software.
• Maintain version control of code repositories using Github.
• Coordinate scientific activities of international research projects in low-income country settings.
• Contribute to scientific manuscripts and grant applications.
• Manage study administration, including study and institutional research board protocols and data use agreements.
• Coordinate activities within the research lab (e.
g.
, organize lab meetings, maintain lab website, train incoming students).
• Assist with development, communication, and design of research findings to internal and external audiences, which may include presentations, website updates, and social media posts.
Required application materials: • CV or resume • A cover letter that describes their professional qualifications, professional goals, alignment with the position • Contact information for three references • A single writing sample not exceeding 10 pages (e.
g.
, published article, thesis chapter, unpublished working paper) * - Other duties may also be assigned 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.
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.
This role is open to candidates anywhere in the United States.
Stanford University has five Regional Pay Structures.
The compensation for this position will be based on the location of the successful candidate.
The expected pay range for this position is $22.
12 to $36.
54 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.
At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package.
The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.
stanford.
edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees.
Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources at stanfordelr@stanford.
edu.
For all other inquiries, please submit a contact form.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, public health, environmental engineering, statistics, or related fields.
• Strong quantitative background, including experience with epidemiologic and statistical analyses.
• Proficiency in R statistical software.
• Experience using GitHub.
• Experience with research in low-resource settings.
• Experience with geospatial analyses in ArcGIS, QGIS, or R.
• Experience with Google Earth Engine.
• Strong interpersonal skills to facilitate interactions with coworkers, affiliated researchers, and staff in organization.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to prepare tables and graphs and summarize data.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office programs to prepare project documentation, memos, reports, and presentations.
• Strong organizational skills, the ability to establish priorities and coordinate multiple tasks, and to work independently.
• Ability to write clear and concise professional reports, memos, and correspondence.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills • Ability to work effectively as a team member on projects with a diverse group of research staff.
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.
• Strong interpersonal skills to facilitate interactions with coworkers, affiliated researchers, and staff in organization.
• 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 required to work non-standard, extended or weekend hours in support of research work.
• May be required to travel internationally in support of research work.
• Phone : NA
• Location : Stanford, CA
• Post ID: 9063303624
