Research Associate - Junior Professional Researcher Program

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To be considered for this position please upload and submit the following documents, via this Interfolio link: https://apply.interfolio.com/137661

Applications not submitted through Interfolio will not be reviewed. Candidates who do not upload all of the following documents 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 social science interest 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.

If you have questions about the content of these documents, please visit the JPR webpage FAQ section.

Candidates from underrepresented backgrounds or historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Summary

The University of Michigan Institute for Social Research (ISR) is the worlds 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 for 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 a weekly professional development seminar, and attending ISR research seminars.

JPR 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.

This is a two-year term-limited position located in Ann Arbor, MI.

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*

• Bachelors degree in a social science or related field granted December 2022 to June 2024
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy.
• 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

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.

Desired Qualifications*

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

Work Locations

This is a full-time position onsite in Ann Arbor with the potential for hybrid work arrangements based on the department policy.

Additional Information

The Institute for Social Research (ISR) at the University of Michigan seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to maintain the excellence of the university, and to ground our research in varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning.

Benefits at the University of Michigan

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and any eligible family members and plan for a secure future. Learn more about U-M benefits.  

Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting upon meeting eligibility requirements
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Institute for Social Research job openings are posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.