Research Assistant I - Social Work (Temp)

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.

Job Summary

The University of Michigan-Flint, Social Work Department is seeking a Research Assistant I (Temporary). This candidate will assist in a NIH funded project examining the associations between parental violence and child socioemotional development using data from the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) and World Health Organization (WHO).

This position is from August 2024 through April 30, 2025 for approximately 6 hours per week. Your work schedule will be determined after hire to account for a student's work schedule, if applicable.

Responsibilities*

• Literature review
• Downloading, merging data, data cleaning, data analysis and interpretation
• Report writing
• Dissemination of findings

Required Qualifications*

• Strong oral and written communications skills
• Organizational skills
• Successful completion of one statistics course
• Familiarity with statistical software (SPSS, Stata, R, etc.)
• Ability to work remotely with Wi-Fi and electronic devices
• Available at least 6 hours per week

Desired Qualifications*

• Prior experience working in a research team
• Undergraduate student in good standing with the University of Michigan-Flint

Modes of Work

Mobile/remote: This work allows for the majority or all of the work to be completed offsite. On occasion, you may be required and must be available to work onsite if necessitated by the department leadership or designee and/or your job requirement, but is generally scheduled on a recurring basis.

Additional Information

University of Michigan-Flint - Plan for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The University of Michigan-Flint's DEI plan can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/dei/?

The University of Michigan-Flint exhibits its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through enacting fair practices, policies, and procedures particularly in support of the equitable participation of the historically underserved. UM-Flint recognizes the value of diversity in our efforts to provide equitable access and opportunities to all regardless of individual identities in support of a climate where everyone feels a sense of belonging, community, and agency.

Diversity is a core value at University of Michigan-Flint. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. The University of Michigan-Flint 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 offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning for the purpose of becoming global citizens in a connected world.

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.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

252930

Working Title

Research Assistant I - Social Work (Temp)

Job Title

RESEARCH ASST I (TEMP)

Work Location

Flint Campus

Flint, MI

Modes of Work

Mobile/Remote

Full/Part Time

Part-Time

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Organizational Group

Flint Hlth Prof Stud

Department

Flint Social Work

Posting Begin/End Date

8/09/2024 - 9/08/2024

Salary

$15.00 - $15.00

Career Interest

Temporary Job Opening