A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume.  The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline your skills and related experience. 

The Michigan Center for Contextual Factors in Alzheimer's Disease (MCCFAD) builds on excellent existing programs addressing health inequalities within the University of Michigan, Michigan State University and Wayne State University. It has a unique, specific and targeted emphasis on social and behavioral factors related to Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD). 

The long-term goals of this Center are: 1)  advance Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders (ADRD)-relevant social and behavioral science research by engaging with minority communities while; 2) increasing the research workforce dedicated to healthy aging. In the tradition of minority aging, we will address unique and specific issues in the contemporary cases of racial/ethnic minorities, with an emphasis on African Americans, Middle Eastern/Arab Americans and Latinos. The Center activities will promote the systematic study of the contexts in which memory loss is experienced to better elucidate the sociocultural, economic and behavioral contributors to and consequences of health disparities. We include three priority areas of ADRD: epidemiology, health economics, and tailored care to address the complexity of ADRD and ultimately eliminate disparities. MCCFAD's long-term goal is to eliminate ADRD disparities through research findings, mentorship, community links, and increased numbers of behavioral and social scientists. 

The Center's four Cores are: Administrative (AC), Research and Education (REC), Analytic (AnC), Community Liaison and Recruitment (CLRC). The Project Coordinator (PC) will coordinate and facilitate communication between all Core components, working with all Core Leads, Co-Leads, Area Experts, Community Liaisons and Pilot Research Scientists. The coordinator should have familiarity with and ability to contact and connect with Middle Eastern/Arab American communities and will assist in day-to-day operations of the Center.  

• Assist Principle Investigators with Core and Community Advisory Board meetings and follow-up. 
• Schedule, attend and maintain records of weekly meetings.  
• Ensure actions identified at meetings are addressed and achieved.  
• Apprise Center members of established deadlines
• Familiarity with and ability to contact and connect with minority communities, especially the Middle Eastern/Arab American communities.
• Oversee Research Scientist programs (Pilot Project and Summer Data Immersion) including preparation and distribution of the solicitation, receipt and forwarding to reviewer's applications, notification letters, and receipt and distribution of pilot project final reports.
• Responsible for creating and maintaining a system for tracking pilot study investigators. 
• Collect and enter data, summarize data collected, and maintain records related to data collection activities.
• Assist with the coordination of activities between the various Michigan Centers partnered with MCCFAD. 
• Facilitate contact between Centers, Pilot Research Scientists, Core Leads and Area Experts.
• Assist in semi-annual report writing and presentations.
• Draft reports for sponsor and maintain project records.
• Assist with research administration support as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field (sociology, psychology, gerontology) and 1-3 years of related experience 
• Demonstrated familiarity with and interest in working with communities, especially the Arab American communities in the Detroit Metropolitan area
• Proven ability to handle multiple demands simultaneously and work both independently and as a member of a team
• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Master's degree in a relevant field (sociology, psychology, gerontology)
• Demonstrated knowledge and interest in aging issues

This position, which is entirely funded by sponsored projects expected to continue over multiple years, is an at-work position which will require attendance on-site and, as needed, at various project meetings and/or events.  This is not a remote position.

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience of selected candidate. 

The Institute for Social Research (ISR) at the University of Michigan seeks to create a community of respect and authentic collaboration by recruiting and retaining individuals that represent a variety of voices as a reflection of our commitment to serve the 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, U-M offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include generous time off; retirement plan with two-for-one matching contributions after the first year; many choices for comprehensive health insurance; life insurance; long-term disability coverage; and flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses. Learn more about U-M benefits.

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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. 

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.