Stanford Speech & Cognitive Development Lab Research Coordinator

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Stanford Speech & Cognitive Development Lab Research Coordinator

**School of Humanities and Sciences, Stanford, California, United States**

**New**

Research

Post Date 1 day ago

Requisition # 107588

_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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**Department Description:** The Department of Linguistics at Stanford studies how language works across diverse human communities.

Our research spans theoretical linguistics, language acquisition, phonetics, sociolinguistics, and computational approaches to understanding human communication.

The Stanford Speech & Cognitive Development Lab investigates how children master speech and language, with particular focus on typical development and atypical populations including children with hearing loss.

We combine classic methods in linguistic phonetics and psycholinguistics, such as in-situ fieldwork, articulatory modeling, and acoustic measurement, with newer approaches including crowdsourcing, eye-tracking, and analysis of large-scale naturalistic speech databases.

Learn more at spoglab.stanford.edu

**Position Summary:** The Department of Linguistics is seeking a Social Science Research Coordinator to support an active research program studying speech and language development in infants and children, including children with hearing loss.

The Research Coordinator will work under the general supervision of Assistant Professor Meg Cychosz and serve as the public face of the laboratory, coordinating recruitment and data collection at partner clinical sites including hospitals, audiology clinics, and specialized preschools.

This position requires someone who can work independently with families of young children (including medically complex populations), oversee undergraduate research assistants, manage longitudinal data collection protocols, and coordinate across multiple research sites.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with children, strong organizational and interpersonal skills, and the ability to navigate clinical environments professionally.

Some background in speech-languagepathology, audiology, or related fields is highly preferred but not required.

This is a 100% FTE, 3-year fixed term, non-exempt position.

This position will be based on the Stanford campus.

If you believe that this opportunity is a match for your knowledge, skills and abilities, we encourage you to apply.

Thank you for considering employment opportunities with the School of Humanities and Sciences.

**CORE DUTIES:**

+ Prepare correspondence, documents and reports.
+ Maintain and file forms and documents, including consent forms and master subject logs.
+ Assist with the screening, recruiting, and obtaining consent of study participants.

Perform telephone or in-person interviews to gather data, as needed.

Schedule and/or call subjects for appointments.
+ Prepare, distribute, administer and process questionnaires and tests, score test measurements and questionnaires, and code data for computer entry.

Perform quantitative review of forms, tests, and other measurements for completeness and accuracy.
+ Prepare data for input into statistical databases by typing, editing, and organizing data.
+ 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.
+ Order and maintain equipment and supplies.
+ Process study compensation payments and thank you letters to subjects upon completion of trial activities.
+ Assist with post-study activities, as needed.

**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:**

Two year college degree and one year of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

**PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:**

Bachelor of Arts degree in an applicable social science related field (psychology, linguistics, human development, speech-language pathology, audiology, or related discipline)

In addition, preferred requirements include:

+ Clinical experience in pediatric populations
+ Experience working with children, particularly infants, toddlers, and preschoolers
+ Experience working with children with hearing loss, cochlear implants, or other communication disorders
+ Experience conducting developmental research or administering standardized assessments
+ Experience with eye-tracking or other behavioral research methodologies
+ Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with families and clinical partners
+ Excellent organizational and time management skills for coordinating longitudinal research
+ Ability to work independently and make sound judgments in clinical settings
+ Valid driver's license and ability to travel regularly to partner sites in the Bay Area

**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

**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:**

+ Frequently perform desk-based computer tasks, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, lift/carry/push/pull objects.
+ Lifting and carrying of research equipment (recording devices, eye-tracking equipment) up to 25 pounds

**WORKING CONDITIONS:**

+ Work is primarily performed in laboratory, clinical, and school settings
+ Regular interaction with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers (some of whom may have hearing loss or other disabilities)
+ Requires travel to partner clinical sites in Bay Area and occasional travel to Los Angeles
+ May be required to work non-standard, extended or weekend hours in support of research work.

The expected pay range for this position is $29.24 to $34.89 per hour.

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Additional Information

+ **Schedule: Full-time**
+ **Job Code: 4233**
+ **Employee Status: Fixed-Term**
+ **Grade: D**
+ **Requisition ID: 107588**
+ **Work Arrangement : On Site**

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