Research & Data Coordinator, SCALE Initiative **Graduate School of Education, Stanford, California, United States** **New** Research Post Date 2 days ago Requisition # 105691 **About Us:** **The** **Stanford Graduate School of Education (GSE)** **is dedicated to solving education's greatest challenges. Through** **rigorous research, model training programs and partnerships with educators worldwide, we're pursuing equitable,** **accessible and effective learning for all. The GSE is a top-ranked school of education, known for its prestigious** **faculty, rigorous graduate degree programs, and its impact on the quality of education across the world. The GSE is committed to developing leaders in education research, practice and policy. Our community includes over 60** **faculty, 400 students, 230 staff, 14,000 alumni and countless individuals from the local and global communities** **that we work with and impact.** **The SCALE Initiative** **of the** **Stanford Accelerator for Learning** **, housed at** **Stanford Graduate School of Education** **,** **is** **seeking a Research & Data Coordinator to work on our team. The SCALE initiative works to equalize and improve educational opportunities for students by supporting implementation of the most promising educational practices. This position will provide data support for several fast-paced research projects within the SCALE Initiative, including National Student Support Accelerator research projects.** **_This position is a 1-year fixed term appointment based on Stanford University’s main campus. Consideration will_** **_be given to a hybrid work schedule (partially onsite and offsite work), subject to operational need. Interested_** **_candidates should include a resume and cover letter describing why they are interested in this position at this stage in their career._** **What You’ll Do:** **The Research & Data Coordinator will be responsible for supporting research-related administrative and operational work. Reporting to the Director of Research, this individual will take part in study implementation, namely data collection, quality assurance of data, and reporting. Data collection activities will consist primarily of interviews, as well as surveys and secondary data. The individual will engage with external stakeholders as part of multiple research partnerships. The position requires independent work to meet competing deadlines well as collaboration with the Research Team. Candidates must have a demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment.** **Core duties will include:** + **Support the collection, management, and cleaning of data, including interview data.** + **Design and customize reports based upon data in the database. Support the oversight and monitoring of regulatory compliance for utilization of the data.** + **Contribute to the overall research program, including support and oversight of IRBs and DUAs and supporting the organizing, writing and reporting on grants.** + **Assist with the development and design of research findings for written reports to internal and external stakeholders.** + **Conduct literature searches, and write literature summaries and manuscripts, as requested by the Director of Research and/or Faculty Lead.** + **Employ new and existing tools to interpret, analyze, and visualize relationships in data.** + **Create databases and reports and perform analyses appropriate to data and reporting requirements, as requested by the Director of Research and/or Faculty Lead. Serve as a resource for non-routine inquiries such as requests for statistics or surveys.** + **Collaborate with and support faculty and research staff on data collection and analysis methods.** + **Participate in project planning and strategic thinking for overall growth and direction of research teams’ projects and activities.** **What You’ll Bring:** **Education & Experience** **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** + **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.** **Desired Qualifications:** + **Prior experience conducting interviews for research purposes, particularly with educators, education leaders and policy makers as participants.** + **Understanding of and/or prior experience working within the US public K-12 education system.** + **Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to set priorities and manage multiple projects** **Prior experience communicating findings to diverse audiences, in both oral and written formats.** **Work Standards:** **Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with 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 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,** **http://adminguide.stanford.edu** **.** **PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:** + **Frequently sit, grasp lightly, use fine manipulation and perform desk-based computer tasks, lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing up to ten pounds.** + **Occasionally stand, walk, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, write by hand and sort and file paperwork or parts.** + **Rarely lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing 11-20 pounds.** ***** **_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 role._** **The expected pay range for this position is $31.40 to $33.50 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.** **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 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,** **http://adminguide.stanford.edu** **.** **Why Stanford is for You:** **Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. C** **onsider 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 seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy.** **Our culture and** **unique perks** **empower you with:** + **Freedom to grow.** **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.** + **A caring culture.** **We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.** + **A healthier you.** **Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.** + **Discovery and fun.** **Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.** + **Enviable resources.** **Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more** **We pride ourselves in being a** **culture** **that encourages and empowers you.** **_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._** **_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._** **HOW TO APPLY!** **We invite you to apply for this position through** **Stanford’s Career Search** **. Locate the job requisition ID and** **click on the “Apply for Job” button. To be considered, you must submit a cover letter and résumé along with your** **online application.** **Finalists must successfully complete a background check prior to working at Stanford University.** **Applicants to this position must be available to work in the United States without sponsorship for 2 years or more.** **OPT permit holders should confirm that they are eligible to work in the US at the Stanford GSE for two years or** **more.** Additional Information + **Schedule: Full-time** + **Job Code: 4234** + **Employee Status: Fixed-Term** + **Grade: E** + **Requisition ID: 105691** + **Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible**