A cover letter is required for consideration for the position described in this posting and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your areas of interest and qualifications within the range of opportunities described.

This position is located in the Survey Research Center (SRC), Society, Population, and Environment (SPE). SRC is the largest of five research centers within the Institute of Social Research (ISR). Since its inception in 1946, SRC has been an important source of innovation in survey research methodology.  The Center is recognized for its contributions to the development of new survey methods and for its contributions to a fundamental understanding of the survey process. SPE focuses on social change and social issues worldwide, with long-term programs of research in North America, South Asia, and Sub-Saharan Africa. 

We seek an experienced, enthusiastic, organized Research Area Specialist Associate to support the aims of our current project for one year. This project seeks to document the frequency and duration of diarrheal disease and acute respiratory infection in early childhood, and assess how intergenerational disadvantage and household and community circumstances shape disparities in children's heath, illness, and healthcare utilization. The results of this project will allow child health programs and health systems to better address health disparities in illness and healthcare utilization among young children, and inform our understanding of the consequences of intergenerational disadvantage for children globally. 

The Research Area Specialist Associate will collect, analyze, and interpret a wide variety of data. They will select data samples, prepares questionnaires, and analyzes collected information according to established statistical methods. This includes creating and managing data documentation, provides data management and facilitates data dissemination. They will be expected to prepare reports, charts, tables, and other visual aids. They will conduct literature reviews as needed and may contribute to or is sole author of articles and grant proposals. Their duties will help develop, design and conduct research projects according to plan. 

We'd like to hear from you if you have: 

• 1 - 3 years professional experience 
• Bachelor's degree in a recognized field of science or learning which is directly related to the duties of the position
• Demonstrated cleaning and analysis of large data sets

We'd especially like to hear from you if you have these required qualifications: Experience working in Nepal or with data from Nepal. 

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. 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

 Learn more about U-M benefits.  

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.

This position will be hybrid at the University of Michigan offices in Ann Arbor, with flexible scheduling and remote opportunities as made available within our overall Center policies.

The statements included in this description are intended to reflect the general nature and level of work assigned to this classification and should not be interpreted as all-inclusive.

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.

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.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Institute for Social Research job openings are posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days.  Candidates will be evaluated based on qualifications and interest areas. Initial interviews are remote, with in-person interviews for finalists, involving a cross-section of ISR staff. Our goal is to fill the role in early November or December 2025.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.