Research Assistant — Independent Analysis & Policy Support

SLAC; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 18+ days

Health benefits

Flexible work options

Tuition assistance

403(b) plan

Mental health support

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Stanford University Hoover Institution invites applicants for a position supporting research and public programs requiring independent initiative and judgment. Responsibilities include experimental design, data analysis, and supervising staff, with opportunities to co-author publications and manage budgets.

The role requires a BA in a social science field and 2 years of relevant experience or equivalent education.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing experiments and formulating hypotheses.
• Interpret, synthesize, and analyze data using scientific or statistical techniques.
• Co-author sections of research publications and regulatory reports as needed.
• Complete project-related administrative and budgetary responsibilities of a limited scope as needed.
• Supervise staff or students as needed, including oversight and instruction on techniques.

Skills

Scientific theory

Analytical skills

Oral and written communication

Supervisory skills

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor of Arts in an applicable social science field

Tools

General computer skills

Job description

Stanford University Hoover Institution invites applicants for a position supporting research and public programs requiring independent initiative and judgment. Responsibilities include experimental design, data analysis, and supervising staff, with opportunities to co-author publications and manage budgets.

The role requires a BA in a social science field and 2 years of relevant experience or equivalent education.