Postdoctoral Research Fellow

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How to Apply

To be considered for this position, applicants should submit the following materials as one document: cover letter, CV, two examples of scholarly work, and contact information for three references who can supply a letter of recommendation. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is closed or filled. All application materials must be submitted via http://apply.interfolio.com/144791. All general inquiries and questions about the position can be sent to [email protected] .

The anticipated start date is August 2024. The initial appointment is for one year, with possibility of extension for up to 4 more year(s), dependent upon performance.

Summary

The Survey Research Center invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship. Housed at the Institute for Social Research, one of the world's largest social science research organizations, the Survey Research Center is a community of faculty, staff and students that serves the public interest by conducting research integrated with state-of-the-art data collection and analysis, developing social and behavioral research methods, and training leaders in survey and data science.

The postdoctoral fellow will be a central collaborator in a beginning project titled Improving Inclusivity of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Research for Asian Americans and Latinx through Nationally Representative Hybrid Sampling. This study aims to address the dearth of research data on Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) that considers dynamics across racial/ethnic groups beyond minimum standard racial/ethnic categories by implementing a longitudinal study that collects data from granular racial/ethnic groups.

The postdoctoral fellow will work directly with the investigator team by assisting their overseeing the progress of the entire project, including day-to-day operations of the data collection preparation and fieldwork and finances related to respondent payment processing. This position will assist with the development of technical systems and manage research assistants and data dissemination activities; participate in peer-review manuscripts; and present research activities within the team, at scientific meetings, and in workshops for the general public.

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, U-M offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include generous time off; retirement plan with two-for-one matching contributions after the first year; many choices for comprehensive health insurance; life insurance; long-term disability coverage; and flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses. Learn more about U-M benefits. (https://hr.umich.edu/benefits-wellness)

Responsibilities*

• Assist the investigator team with overseeing the overall data collection and managing the project personnel through monitoring

• Day-to-day operations of the data collection preparation and fieldwork by monitoring technical system development and data collection progress

• Managing and co-supervising research assistants under the direction of the PI

• Assisting with the development and implementation of software development and data dissemination activities

• Performing data analysis, including summarizing key findings from different data collection activities and writing up reports of findings

• Developing and leading new research projects in coordination with the PI with potential grant development and writing, as needed

Required Qualifications*

• A PhD by August 2024 in survey methodology, statistics, biostatistics, public health, gerontology, sociology or other related discipline

• Strong project management skills with exceptional attention to detail

• Strong time management skills with a proven ability to multitask and work successfully with little supervision

• Experience in primary data collection

• Proficiency with statistical programming in R or SAS

• Demonstrated interest in minority health and health disparities

Desired Qualifications*

• Fluent in Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese or Korean

• Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to maintain positive relationships with various team members

• Demonstrated writing skills

• Interest in ADRD research

Work Locations

The position is a 12-month (calendar year basis) appointment located in Ann Arbor, MI.

Additional Information

The Institute for Social Research at the University of Michigan seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse 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.

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

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.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

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

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

247979

Working Title

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Job Title

RESEARCH FELLOW

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Inst Soc Research

Department

SRC-Survey Methodology

Posting Begin/End Date

4/22/2024 - 6/21/2024

Salary

$60,000.00 - $70,000.00

Career Interest

Research Fellows

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