Research Associate Position @ University of Michigan

The University of Michigan Institute for Social Research (ISR) is the world’s largest academic social science survey and research organization. We are a leader in developing and applying new social science methods and are committed to educating the next generation of social scientists. Our globally renowned training programs have produced some of the most influential scholars of today, and play a core role in our imperative to foster greater diversity in the social sciences.

ISR seeks to hire multiple research associates to the Junior Professional Researcher (JPR) Program. This program offers recent college graduates the opportunity to gain work experience in social science research and collaborate with more senior colleagues and project teams. JPRs work for two years as full-time research associates for one or more faculty mentors and engage in additional education and training activities, including taking courses through our summer programs, participating in weekly professional development seminars, and attending ISR research seminars.

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Salary: $48,000

Read more about the JPR program and our current cohort at our website: https://isr.umich.edu/training-opportunities/jpr/

Visa Note: The JPR Program will not be accepting applications from candidates requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future for this position. Only candidates authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship will be considered.

Responsibilities 

Research (90%)

• Collect, record, clean, and/or document data according to study protocols
• Curate research articles and conduct literature reviews 
• Create reference lists for manuscripts and grant proposals
• Assist with the creation of tables and charts for presentations, manuscripts for publication, and/or grant proposals
• Statistical or data processing, data integration
• Assist with the dissemination of research findings
• Participate in research meetings as necessary

Programming (10%)

• Participate in cohort-based activities including career and professional development, mentoring, and educational opportunities

Required Qualifications  

• Bachelor’s degree in a social science related field granted December 2022 to June 2024

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Strong attention to detail

• Demonstrated interest in contributing to a social science field of research

• Demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion goals within academia or other settings

Desired Qualifications  

• Prior research experience or engagement with social science research demonstrated by classroom projects, student work experience or employment opportunities.

The JPR opportunity is specifically designed for recent post-baccalaureate candidates who have received their bachelor's degree within the last two years (between December 2022 to June 2024) and have not pursued a master's degree.

Application Instructions

To be considered for this position please submit the following documents, in the order listed below. Candidates who do not include all of the above information will not be considered for this position. 

• Resume/CV

• Cover letter: Please submit a comprehensive cover letter outlining your qualifications and explaining why you are the ideal candidate for this position. Your cover letter should address the key responsibilities outlined in the job description and highlight your interest in social science in one document.

• Diversity Statement: Describe how your background or prior academic, professional, or research experience has contributed to your understanding of the importance of, or your achievements in, advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion goals. This statement should be one page or less.  

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