Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Stanford University is seeking a Research Program Manager within its Division of Oncology and Breast Cancer, Cancer Genetics and Genomics group. The role supports observational studies involving breast cancer and cancer genetics, including study design, protocol development, data analysis, and implementation. The manager also provides day-to-day supervision, training, and mentorship to research staff, trainees, and students.
Responsibilities
- 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 planning and coordinating experimental protocols
- Adapt or work out the details of new, nonstandard procedures, with the supervisor providing general guidance and suggestions
- Interpret, synthesize, and analyze data using scientific or statistical techniques
- Solve problems, and make decisions that affect the direction of the research and result in independent contributions to the overall project
- Select and apply standard calculations and formulas independently to compile data or process documents; often serve as a resource for research methods and numerical analyses
- 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, as well as consultation on project work
Skills
- Bachelor of Arts degree in an applicable social science related field and two years applicable experience, or combination of education and relevant experience in an applicable social science
- 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
Benefits
- This is a remote opportunity.
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