Social Science Research Professional 1 (Lab Manager) On-Site

*This position has been deemed critical by the School of Humanities and Sciences Dean's Office and is exempt from the hiring freeze.*

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Position Summary:

The Department of Psychology is seeking a Lab Manager. The Lab Manager will work under general supervision of Professor Jordan Starck and Professor Steven Roberts. This position is responsible for coordinating and facilitating research activities for the full range of projects going on in the labs. This position provides research support and assists in all manner of research activities, from reviewing the research literature, crafting survey instruments, collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data, communicating results, and assisting with manuscript preparation. This position is also primarily responsible for managing the labs' research assistants.

This Lab Manager position in Prof. Jordan Starck's lab and Prof. Steven Roberts' lab will assist with the day-to-day research activities and logistical operation of the lab. Administrative duties will consist of managing calendars, tracking finances, placing purchase orders, and maintaining the lab's ethics approval. Under the supervision of Dr. Starck and Dr. Roberts the LM will be involved in the collection, processing, and reporting of scientific data, as well as training and managing teams of research assistants. This position is renewable with the potential for long-term employment.

Other optional opportunities: The Lab Manager may have opportunities to attend relevant workshops/conferences for additional training.

This is a 100% FTE, 1-year fixed term, non-exempt position. This position will be based on the Stanford campus.

CORE DUTIES:

• Plan and perform research tasks requiring initiative and judgment by applying basic knowledge and understanding of scientific theory when precedents do not provide specific guidance. General instruction provided by the supervisor as needed. May interpret study results in collaboration with supervisor or PI.
• Participate in the development and administration of survey instruments and rating scales requiring judgment in applying non-routine procedures. Analyze and summarize results for review with supervisor. Audit the accuracy and validity of data
• Review and audit case report forms for completion and accuracy with source documents, and ensure compliance with research protocols.
• Identify, select, extract and summarize data and structured information. Present summary of findings to supervisor.
• Conduct literature searches, and write literature summaries and manuscripts, requiring preliminary judgments after the supervisor outlines conceptual approach.
• Build and organize data as requested by principal investigator or supervisor; use common statistical programs requiring the application of job control language in generating and organizing data.
• Adapt new, nonstandard methods outlined by supervisor in designing and evaluating phases of research projects, (i.e., educational materials, questionnaires, strategies for recruitment, data quality control procedures and processes). May follow up with Institutional Review Board (IRB) to ensure renewals are approved and completed, seeking guidance where necessary.
• Assist with development, communication and design of research findings to internal and external audiences, which may include web updates, social media, and/or white papers, for use in recruitment, educational, or awareness of programs, with guidance from supervisor.
• May orient and train new staff or students.

* Other duties may also be assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor of Arts degree in an applicable social science 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.

In addition, preferred requirements include:

• Experience conducted in-person and online psychological experiments.
• Previous experience working with adults and young children.
• Experience with R and/or SPSS.

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.