Social Science Research Scholar (2-year Fixed Term)

　　School of Medicine, Stanford, California, United States

　　Research

　　Post Date Jan 17, 2024

　　Requisition # 101964

　　The Division of Primary Care and Population Healthseeks to serve our community through caring, learning, and innovation for the whole person through all stages of live. While engaged in practice and teaching, our faculty are dedicated to establishing new knowledge as the basis for future practice and prevention, and to the greatest extent possible applying that knowledge to improve care for all and reduce health disparities.

　　The research scholar will take a leadership role in Pascal Geldsetzer’s research group, which is a “dry lab” focused on quantitative analyses of existing, and often publicly accessible, datasets. The group works on a wide variety of research topics, with current foci beingthe causal effect of shingles vaccination on cognition, the health effects of sodium intake, and population health issues more generally. Key data sources for projects are large population-based cohort studies, electronic health record data, mortality data, and other large health-related administrative datasets. The group is also working on randomized intervention studies in low- and middle-income country settings and the re-analysis of clinical trial data. The researcher will be expected to publish in high-impact peer-reviewed journals.

　　We are in particular looking for individuals with in-depth experience in econometric/quasi-experimental approaches for causal effect estimation (e.g., regression discontinuity and difference-in-differences). We are looking for someone to start as soon as possible but there is no specific deadline for the application – we hire on an ongoing basis.

　　Core Duties:

　　Carrying out data analyses.

　　Supervising data analyses led by graduate students and postdoctoral fellows.

　　Writing manuscripts for publication in scientific journals.

　　Mentoring and advising junior researchers.

　　Assisting with, and leading the writing of, grant applications for research funding.

　　Communicating with research funders and project administrative staff.

　　EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

　　Doctoral degree with quantitative training or research experience.

　　Training and experience in quasi-experimental techniques is a plus.

　　A background in health-related research is a plus but not required.

　　KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

　　Strong coding skills in R, Stata, or other statistical software package.

　　Strong writing and analytical skills.

　　Ability to prioritize workload.

　　This role is open to candidates anywhere in the United States. Stanford University has fiveRegional Pay Structures.The expected pay range for this position is $93,000 - $134,000 per annum. Stanford University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including equivalent years since their applicable education, field or discipline; departmental budget availability; internal equity; among other factors.

　　At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package.The Cardinal at Work websiteprovides 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.

　　Why Stanford is for You:

　　Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider 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 andunique perksempower 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.

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　　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. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University's research mission.

　　Additional Information

　　Schedule: Full-time

　　Job Code: 6784

　　Employee Status: Fixed-Term

　　Grade: R99

　　Requisition ID: 101964

　　Work Arrangement : Remote Eligible