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University of Michigan · 3 hours ago

Research Associate - Junior Professional Researcher

Ann Arbor, MI

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

The University of Michigan Institute for Social Research (ISR) is the world's largest academic social science survey and research organization. ISR seeks to hire multiple research associates for the 2026 cohort of the Junior Professional Researcher (JPR) Program, offering recent graduates the opportunity to gain work experience in social science research and collaborate with faculty mentors.

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Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

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

Participate in cohort-based activities including career and professional development, mentoring, and educational opportunities

Qualification

Social science researchData collectionStatistical analysisMicrosoft OfficeGoogle SuiteOral communicationWritten communicationOrganizational skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in a social science or related field granted between 2024 to June 2026

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

Benefits

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

Company

University of Michigan

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