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.

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Research Assistant for a national survey research project. In this role, you will be responsible for tracking longitudinal panel participants, coding participant statuses, and preparing personalized mailings.

Conduct tracking of longitudinal survey respondents using internet based search software; Assist in preparing personalized multipart questionnaire mailings and remailings; open, check and log returned questionnaires; perform additional project-related tasks as needed, including assisting with other mailings.

• High school education and at least 1-2 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience enter data accurately
• Excellent attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team member to accomplish goals
• Must be self-motivated, willing to learn new skills, and able to work independently

• Bachelor's degree in a social science
• Experience working on a survey research data collection project

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.

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.

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.