Quantitative Research Associate

Job Description

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.

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 John W. Gardner Center was founded in 2000 as an expression of John W. Gardner's vision for vibrant civic participation and civic life, and within that, his conviction that we have collective responsibility-as individuals, institutions, and communities-to promote and sustain civic vitality. Our multi-disciplinary team advances this vision by conducting rigorous, actionable, and capacity-building research and evaluation in partnership with agencies dedicated to improving positive and equitable community outcomes.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Deputy Director for the John Gardner Center, the Quantitative Research Associate collaborate with Gardner Center staff and community partners to design and carry out rigorous, actionable, and capacity building research that responds to the partner's needs and enables them to make research-informed decisions that advance their efforts to improve the lives of youth, families, and communities.

CORE DUTIES:

• Develop and carry out research designs that utilize the most robust quantitative methods possible given project parameters (e.g., timeline, budget). This includes collecting, securing, cleaning, verifying, documenting, coding, and analyzing data using a variety of methods.

• Ensure quantitative and qualitative dimensions of a study are seamlessly integrated from initial design through final reporting.

• Meet with partners on an ongoing basis to review research activities, interim findings, and evolving analyses.

• Communicate research findings to a variety of interested, invested, and impacted parties, including academic and community audiences. This may include writing and presenting interim research updates, non-technical research summaries, and peer-reviewed studies for leading peer-reviewed journals.

• Participate actively as a collaborative member of the Gardner Center team, contributing to a vibrant, generative community dedicated to community engaged scholarship in the service of ensuring the wellbeing of our most vulnerable youth, families, and communities. This includes attending regular staff meetings and retreats, supervising students and junior staff on specific projects, collaborating with colleagues across the greater Stanford community and research field, and contributing to proposal development for future projects.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience:

A master's degree and five years of relevant experience in area of specialization relevant to this position or a combination of relevant education, training, and/or experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

A doctorate (or equivalent) in a relevant field (e.g., education, public policy, economics, sociology, anthropology, psychology, public administration) is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience designing quantitative research

• Experience with quantitative data collection and analysis

• Proficiency with quantitative analysis software such as Stata and/or R

• Excellent oral, written, analytic, organizational, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to handle multiple tasks, timelines, and priorities in a team environment.

• Ability to manage project budgets

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience supervising staff

• Experience effectively leading a research team

• Ability to engage, supervise, and mentor undergraduate student research assistants

• Familiarity with one or more of the systems that impact the lives of youth, families and communities in our region (e.g., the California K-12 education context, juvenile justice, youth mental health, foster care systems, youth enrichment/after school programs, housing).

PLEASE NOTE: We are not able to provide sponsorship or relocation for this position.

Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check prior to working at Stanford University.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the US. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

The expected pay range for this position is $139,741 - $145,000 per annum. 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 ( ) 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.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.

• Frequent sitting.

• Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.

• Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl.

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.

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, .

WHY STANFORD IS FOR YOU

Stanford's dedicated 16,000+ staff, who come from diverse educational and career backgrounds. We are a collaborative environment that thrives on innovation and continuous improvement. At Stanford, we seek talent committed to excellence, driven to impact the future of our legacy, and improve lives on a global scale. We provide market competitive salaries, excellent health care and retirement plans, and a generous vacation policy, including additional time off during our winter closure. Our unique perks ( align with what matters to you:

• Freedom to grow. As one of the greatest intellectual hubs in the world, take advantage of development programs, tuition reimbursement plus $800 you receive annually towards skill-building classes, or audit a Stanford course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or leader discuss global issues.

• A caring culture. We understand the importance of your personal and family time and provide you access to wellness programs, child-care resources, parent education and consultation, elder care and caregiving support.

• A healthier you. We make wellness a priority by providing access to world-class exercise facilities. Climb our rock wall, or participate in one of hundreds of health or fitness classes.

• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums. Create an avatar and participate in virtual reality adventures or join one with fellow staff on Stanford vacations!

• Enviable resources. We offer free commuter programs and ridesharing incentives. Enjoy discounts for computing, cell phones, outdoor recreation, travel, entertainment, 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 View email address on click.appcast.io . 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.