How to Apply

To be considered for this position, candidates must attach a cover letter 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 relates to the qualifications of this position.

Summary

The University of Michigan-Flint is seeking a Research Assistant 1 (Temporary) to work directly with a faculty member in the Social Work Department. 

The Research Assistant will assist in a NIH funded project examining the associations between parental violence and child socioemotional development using data from United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) and the World Health Organization (WHO).

This position is from September 2023 through April 2024 for approximately 6 hours per week. 

Responsibilities*

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Literature reviews
• Downloading and merging data
• Data cleaning
• Data analysis, interpretation and report writing
• Dissemination of findings

Required Qualifications*

• Current undergraduate student in good standing with the University of Michigan-Flint 
• Successful completion of one undergraduate statistics course
• Familiarity with statistical software: SPSS, Stata, R, etc.
• Available at least 6 hours per week for the duration of the project

Desired Qualifications*

• Positive attitude
• Ability to pay attention to details
• Prior experience working in a research team
• Must have the ability to work independently on projects
• Demonstrate the ability to respect confidentiality

Background Screening

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.

Application Deadline

Temporary job openings are posted for a minimum of three calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the fourth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.