Job Description

Academic Research Assistant, Stanford Law School's AI Initiative **School of Law, Stanford, California, United States** **New** Administration Post Date 3 days ago Requisition # 106738 **One-Year Fixed-Term Position** Work under the direction of faculty to implement and administer the vision, strategy, and goals of the assigned academic initiative, utilizing specialized/technical knowledge. + Oversee and administer research activities by evaluating academic programs, making recommendations that support the task force of the American Political Science Association on AI.Assist in the production of the report for the AI Task Force. + Collect and analyze data, create reports, review and explain trends to determine program effectiveness; formulate and evaluate alternative solutions and/or recommendations to achieve the goals of the program. + Assist in the teaching and administration of courses. Create and/or advise in the development of teaching materials (readings and presentations) for two courses. 1) AI Governance, 2) Content Moderations. Make recommendations for course improvements. + Write and edit content for faculty publication on tech regulation, and other program activities under the general direction of the faculty supervisor. + Represent the program or function as the key contact and subject matter expert within the department, unit or school and develop communications for internal and external constituencies by managing the communication and recruitment of authors. + Organize and/or participate in outreach activities such as events, partnerships, and conferences. Suggest and recruit speakers for events. Lead workshops and facilitate meetings. Assist faculty member in the production of several talks globally. + May oversee and train student workers. **EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:** Bachelor's degree and two years of relevant experience or combination of education, training, and relevant experience. Advanced degree may be required for some programs. Program administration and or research experience may be required. **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:** + Demonstrated oral, written, and analytical skills, exhibiting fluency in area of specialization. + Ability to oversee and provide basic direction to staff. **WORK CONDITIONS:** + May work extended hours, evenings or weekends. + May travel locally. + Occasional overnight travel. **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, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, The expected pay range for this position is $88,861 to $102,254 per annum. 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. At Stanford University, 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. _*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 the job_ _*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._ _*The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned._ _*Stanford Law School seeks to hire the best talent and to promote a safe and secure environment for all members of the university community and its property. To that end, new staff hires must successfully pass a background check prior to starting work at Stanford University._ Additional Information + **Schedule: Full-time** + **Job Code: 4111** + **Employee Status: Fixed-Term** + **Grade: H** + **Department URL:** ** + **Requisition ID: 106738** + **Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible**

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