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 skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Applicants should submit: 1) a one-page letter of interest and 2) a curriculum vita, which should include publications and presentations.

The research specialist will support project management and research data collection and analysis for multiple projects that focus on the examination of mentoring relationships, practices, and programs in STEM higher education and professional development materials. The research specialist will work directly with Dr. Joi Mondisa, Associate Professor of Industrial and Operations Engineering and Engineering Education Faculty Member at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.

Michigan Engineers are world-class educators, researchers, students and staff who strive to build a people-first future. As part of a top national public research institution, Michigan Engineering's mission is to provide scientific and technological leadership to the people of the world, develop intellectually curious and socially conscious minds, create collaborative solutions to societal problems, and promote an inclusive and innovative community of service for the common good.

The research specialist will oversee project management, documentation, and compliance for research projects, including formulating and conducting research methods. The research specialist will conduct interviews and lead data analysis, including developing and piloting protocols, supervising data collection, conducting literature reviews, and interpreting data analysis results. Also, the research specialist will co-author research publications, project reports, interview protocols, and surveys. In addition, the research specialist will evaluate project progress, develop timelines, and provide organizational support to project team members. The research specialist will also provide training and mentoring to undergraduate and graduate student researchers. Participation in weekly meetings and regularly scheduled meetings is required. The position may require limited travel to present at meetings and conferences.

• PhD in engineering, engineering education, or related field
• 4+ years experience conducting engineering education research using qualitative and
  quantitative methods, conducting and analyzing interviews
• Knowledge of mentoring, and professional and career development literature
• Experience managing multi-institution research projects
• Experience preparing project reports
• Demonstrated ability to work/collaborate with others and work independently
• Strong oral and written communication skills

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 may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

This position is a two-year appointment starting October 1, 2025 through September 1, 2027.

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.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.