Social Science Research Professional School of Medicine, Stanford, California, United States Research Apr 24, 2025 Post Date 106357 Requisition
Dr. Matthew Porteus in the Center for Definitive and Curative Medicine, Stanford Medicine, is seeking a full-time Social Science Research Professional 2.Dr. Porteus's research aims to develop homologous recombination as a method of gene therapy for genetic diseases. His lab is particularly interested in the genetic diseases of the blood such as sickle cell disease, thalassemia, primary immunodeficiencies including severe combined immunodeficiency and hemophilia. He also has an interest in access to therapies for the international patient population, aiming to bring cures to populations locally.
In this role, the Social Science Research Professional will support the design and execution of multiple research studies, including addressing barriers and enablers of scaling gene therapies across developing nations. The position requires training in economics, public health research, expertise in implementing and interpreting statistical analyses, and the ability to carry out multiple concurrent research tasks (e.g., data collection, manuscript preparation, analyses). The Social Science Research Professional 2 will be an active member of a vibrant, interdisciplinary research team comprised of scientific collaborators in cell and gene therapy, medicine, genetics, and public health as well as policy experts and advocacy groups. Our team is committed to providing professional development for staff, including opportunities to collaborate on or lead manuscripts, submit to academic conferences, and obtain formal and informal training in new areas while in the position.
This position is in salary grade G, based on the Stanford Medicine campus and can be considered for remote or hybrid work upon agreement with the principal investigator.
A cover letter and resume are required to be considered for this position
Duties include:
Assist in designing experiments, exercising independent initiative and judgment gained from completing a variety of high-level assignments, including activities such as defining variables, formulating hypotheses, and selecting subjects, sources of information, or planned and coordinating experimental research protocols.
Assist in implementing experiments (e.g., overseeing recruitment and randomization, performing qualitative control checks)
Assist in developing and implementing qualitative focus groups (e.g., supporting protocol development, providing assistance to the focus group moderator)
Interpret, synthesize, and analyze data using scientific or statistical techniques. Create data visualizations for research publications.
Solve problems, and make decisions that affect the direction of the research and result in independent contributions to the overall project.
Co-author sections of research publications and regulatory reports as needed.
Complete project-related administrative and budgetary responsibilities of a limited scope as needed.
Identify and synthesize relevant literature to support the development of research protocols and manuscripts.
Supervise staff or students as needed, including oversight and instruction on techniques, as well as consultation on project work.
- Other duties may also be assigned
All members of the Department of Pediatrics are engaged in continuous learning and improvement to foster a culture where diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice are central to all aspects of our work. The Department collectively and publicly commits to continuously promoting anti-racism and equity through its policies, programs, and practices at all levels.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree in public health or a related social science field (e.g., economics, public policy, biostatistics, psychology)
Desire to take initiative and solve problems
Ability to independently complete data management and analyses using statistical packages such as Stata, R, SAS, etc.
Ability to create data visualizations such as tables, figures, and graphs
Experience or interest in supporting qualitative data collection (e.g., focus groups)
Experience or interest in supporting implementation of online experiments (e.g., programming in Qualtrics)
Ability to successfully juggle and prioritize among multiple projects
Experience or interest in learning about cell and gene therapies and access to these therapies
Background in public health research
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):
Bachelor of Arts degree in an applicable social science related field and two years applicable experience, or combination of education and experience in an applicable social science.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):
Comprehensive understanding of scientific theory and methods.
General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs.
Strong analytical skills and excellent judgment.
Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance.
Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to complete detailed work accurately.
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work with human study participants.
Developing supervisory skills.
CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES: None
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Frequently perform desk-based computer tasks, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
Occasionally stand/walk, sit, use a telephone, writing by hand, and sort/file paperwork or parts.
Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl, rarely reach/work above shoulders, operate foot and/or hand controls.
- 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 his or her job.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
May be required to work non-standard, extended or weekend hours in support of research work.
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. The pay range for this position working in the California Bay area is $81,130.00 to $94,895.00/ annually.
Additional Information
- Schedule: Full-time
- Job Code: 4187
- Employee Status: Regular
- Grade: G
- Department URL:
- Requisition ID: 106357
- Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible