Job No. 154585
- Job Title:
- Junior Professional Researcher Program
- Employer:
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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
- Location:
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Ann Arbor , MI
- Posting Date:
- 09-Jan-2025
- Description:
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Job Summary
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 for the 2025 cohort of 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 professional development workshops, and attending ISR research seminars.
We are currently unable to consider candidates who are not authorized to work in the United States. Additionally, we are not offering visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have appropriate work authorization at the time of application.
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
JPR 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 or related field granted December 2023 to June 2025
Prior research engagement with or experience in social science research demonstrated by coursework, professional experience or extracurricular activities
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
Demonstrated interest in contributing to a social science field of research
Education Statement- The JPR opportunity is specifically designed for recent post-baccalaureate candidates who have received their bachelor's degree within the last two years (December 2023 to June 2025) and have not pursued a master's degree.
- Contact information:
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
- Ann Arbor, MI 48109
- United States
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