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Social Science Research Coordinator – Onsite Only The School of Humanities and Sciences (H&S) is the foundation of a liberal arts education at Stanford. The school encompasses 24 departments and 24 interdisciplinary programs. H&S is home to fundamental and applied research, where free, open, and critical inquiry is pursued across disciplines. Position Summary The Department of Psychology’s Memory Lab is seeking a full‑time Social Science Research Coordinator (RC). The RC is an integral member of a team investigating memory and cognitive functions in healthy adults across the lifespan, and will assist with collection and analysis of behavioral measures, EEG, psychophysiological data, and pupillometry data. The RC will also be involved in stimulus development, subject recruitment, project management, standardizing experimental protocols, data management, and multi‑site data sharing. Competitive applicants should be patient, detail‑oriented, professional, punctual, and able to work in teams and independently. Experience with EEG, pupillometry, narrative recall scoring, and/or autobiographical interview administration, along with R, Python, or Matlab, is especially encouraged. This is a 100 % FTE, one‑year fixed‑term position with renewal to a full‑time position upon funding availability. The position will be based on the Stanford campus. Core Duties Prepare correspondence, documents, and reports. Maintain and file forms and documents, including consent forms and master subject logs. Assist with screening, recruiting, and obtaining consent of study participants; perform telephone or in‑person interviews as needed; schedule and call subjects for appointments. Order and maintain equipment and supplies. Assist in EEG, pupillometry, psychophysiological, and behavioral data collection. Assist in administering autobiographical interview and scoring. Handle specialized equipment including wearables during data collection. Store and manage multi‑modal database. Develop and maintain multi‑site data sharing arrangements. Process study compensation payments and thank you letters to subjects upon completion of trial activities; assist with post‑study activities as needed. Apply formulas and calculations to research data using basic statistical programs; review and verify accuracy of database information and assist in making necessary corrections according to specific guidelines. Minimum Requirements Two‑year college degree and one year of relevant experience or equivalent combination of experience, education, and training. Preferred Education Four‑year college degree and one year of relevant experience or equivalent combination of experience, education, and training. Bachelor's degree in cognitive science, psychology, linguistics, neuroscience, computer science, or a related field. Preferred Experience Basic understanding of research design and analysis. Fundamental statistical knowledge. Strong interpersonal skills for working with human study participants; ability and motivation to complete tasks efficiently and independently. Academic writing and publication experience. Organization and attention to detail. Familiarity with statistics and computers, including the Linux operating system and programming/scripting (e.g., shell script, Python, R, or Matlab). Experience with autobiographical interview administration and scoring. Skill in recruitment and testing of participants, including older adults. Prior EEG, psychophysiology, pupillometry or fMRI experience and familiarity with BIDS data format. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities General understanding of scientific theory and methods. 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. Certificates and Licenses Required 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, write by hand, and sort/file paperwork or parts. Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel, crawl, rarely reach/work above shoulders, and operate foot or hand controls. 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. 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. Background Checks Final offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of national criminal background check, national sex‑offender registry search, and, where applicable, driving record. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Stanford is an equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Compensation The expected pay range for this position is $29.24 to $34.89 per hour. 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 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. Benefits 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. Additional Information Schedule: Full‑time Job Code: 4233 Employee Status: Fixed‑Term Grade: D Requisition ID: 109162 Work Arrangement: On Site #J-18808-Ljbffr Stanford University

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