5 Toyota Research Institute jobs in Ann Arbor
Research Associate - Global Division (Remote Eligible)
Posted 17 days ago
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**Position Description:**
Mathematica applies expertise at the intersection of data, methods, policy, and practice to address complex social challenges and improve well-being around the world. We create and use evidence to help our public and private sector partners improve programs, refine strategies, and advance knowledge. Over the past two decades, we have developed a large portfolio of international development work that spans more than 50 countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Europe. Our work provides actionable learning to guide decision-making and improve outcomes in a range of policy areas, including health, agriculture, climate change, energy, education, and workforce development. Mathematica offers our employees competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package, as well as the advantages of being 100 percent employee owned. As an employee stock owner, you will experience financial benefits of ESOP holdings that have increased in tandem with the company's growth and financial strength. You will also be part of an independent, employee-owned firm that is able to define and further our mission, enhance our quality and accountability, and steadily grow our financial strength. Learn more about our benefits here: .
Mathematica is looking for a highly motivated and skilled research associate to support anticipated evaluations. Research associates will have the opportunity to generate vital, timely evidence and learning that can help donors, practitioners, and policymakers improve programs, strengthen strategy, and make data-driven decisions. They partner with researchers and other staff to design and execute user-focused evaluations and other measurement and learning efforts that help answer pressing research questions and translate findings into actionable lessons and recommendations.
We seek candidates that will thrive in a collaborative, team-based environment that prioritizes analytical rigor, critical thinking, and a client-centered approach. This role is ideal for individuals with strong writing, research and analytical skills, a passion for international development, and a commitment to using data and evidence to drive change.
**Important Employment Information:**
As we develop our business and generate work, we are hiring for this skill set, however, if an offer is extended it will be **contingent** upon the successful award of work. This role will be full-time, and you will be a regular employee of Mathematica. If you are contacted by our Talent Acquisition team, you will receive more information and details about this process.
Responsibilities include:
+ Conducting literature reviews, landscape scans, and background research to inform evaluation design, help "connect the dots" between our research and the field, and generate findings that are grounded in context and build on what is known
+ Developing survey instruments, focus group discussion guides, and in-depth interview guides for a variety of stakeholders, from the ultimate beneficiaries of the programs we evaluate (such as students and farmers), to those participating in and implementing these programs on the ground (such as teachers and agricultural extension workers), to those overseeing these programs (such as development partner staff and government officials)
+ Supporting quantitative and/or qualitative analyses, including reviewing, organizing, cleaning, and analyzing data in Stata, R, or NVivo;
+ Producing high-quality visuals (static and interactive) to be used in a range of deliverables
+ Writing sections of reports, briefs, memos, presentations, and other research and policy documents
+ Providing support to project teams including developing meeting minutes, organizing documents, and tracking progress of deliverables
+ Serving as a liaison among technical project staff, researchers, internal business departments, external consultants, subcontractors, and client representatives
+ Managing proposals and project financial reporting as needed
**Position Requirements:**
+ Bachelor's degree and three years of program evaluation work experience OR Master's degree and two years of program evaluation work experience in the social sciences, international relations, public policy, or a related field.
+ Demonstrated experience in preparing formal reports in English as part of evaluation, research, or technical work experience.
+ Fluency in French, Portuguese or Spanish
+ Experience with qualitative research, including conducting key informant interviews or leading focus groups, coding or analyzing qualitative data, especially using NVivo, and summarizing findings.
+ Strong knowledge of quantitative and/or qualitative research methods
+ Excellent management and organizational skills, especially an ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
+ Excellent written and oral communication skills
+ Highly motivated and self-directed, with strong interpersonal skills
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Statistical programming skills (in Stata or R)
+ Experience analyzing survey data or large secondary datasets
+ Experience conducting fieldwork in a low- or middle-income country setting
+ Experience in program monitoring, evaluation, and/or learning
+ Familiarity with GIS workflows and software and/or experience using GIS in a non-classroom setting
This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of $55,000 - $65,000.
To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume with your application.
Available Locations: Washington, DC; Princeton, NJ; Chicago, IL; Cambridge, MA; Ann Arbor, MI; Remote
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At Mathematica, we understand the importance of building relationships with colleagues. If you're not located near one of our offices but would like opportunities to meet up with co-workers, we offer coworking spaces where available. Ask your Talent Acquisition partner for more information about this opportunity and whether it's an option in your area.
Any offer of employment will be contingent upon passing a background check. Various federal agencies with whom we contract require that staff successfully undergo security clearance as a condition of working on the project. If you are assigned to such a project, you will be required to obtain the requisite security clearance. Additionally, if you participate in/complete the application process and are denied, Mathematica may choose to terminate your employment.
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We take pride in our employees and in their commitment to excellence. We encourage staff to collaborate in developing creative solutions to difficult problems and to share the responsibility and enjoyment of carrying out complex projects. This collegial spirit has helped us earn our reputation for innovative and high quality work.
Principal Scientist - Collaborative Safety Research Center
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Overview Who we are Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us. To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time. Who we’re looking for Toyota’s Collaborative Safety Research Center (CSRC) is looking for a passionate and highly motivated principal scientist. The primary responsibility of this role is to serve as a technical leader for multiple research projects related to analysis of motor vehicle traffic, near-crashes, and crashes toward future safety system prioritization. CSRC mission is “external research collaborations to help inform future safety products, policy, and promotion of a safe mobility society for all.” CSRC works with other Toyota affiliates globally and with leading external research institutes to answer multidisciplinary safety questions of strategic importance to Toyota and for societal benefit. For more information please see: . What you’ll be doing Independently analyze public traffic safety databases (CISS, CRSS, NASS, FARS, etc.) and internal datasets to study the performance, relevance, and safety benefits of novel behavioral, active, or passive safety technologies to guide safety prioritization and system specifications. Direct external researchers or other collaborators to optimize supplier and company resources while achieving consistent on-time project deliverables with high quality Critically evaluate research output quality and regularly sharing interim results and final conclusions within internal global Toyota group stakeholders Actively seek out and anticipate customer needs (e.g., safety policymakers, product planners, societal gaps, etc.) to identify and propose new areas for safety research work Negotiate with internal global Toyota group stakeholders, external researchers, and other collaborators to develop successful research projects based on specific or sometimes vague safety questions Utilize and coach others in general statistical knowledge to conduct transportation safety related data analysis using R, Python, or related software. Represent Toyota to outside safety stakeholders to help inform future regulations, policies, standards, and ratings in a manner consistent with Toyota Vision and Values Effectively communicate results and conclusions using appropriate data visualizations in presentations and reports. Assist in developing systems for organizing data to analyze, identify and report trends. Share expertise and knowledge with team members to mentor and develop others Act as technical advisor to CSRC leadership in area(s) of expertise to assist with overall CSRC strategy and mission What you’ll bring Masters degree or above in engineering, data science, or related technical field 5 years experience in Crash data analysis and statistical analysts experience in a research, industry or regulatory role Familiarity with development and limitations of driver assistance and active safety system features. 3+ years Proficiency with traffic safety databases and data analysis software such as R, Python, or related statistical tools to perform processes necessary to examine datasets 3+ years of Project management experience including creating timelines with measurable outputs and tracking project status from project creation through to completion for multiple, parallel projects Experience creating and executing research funding proposals including justification and acceptance criteria Experience interacting with or exposure to NHTSA, IIHS, or other road traffic safety advocates Added bonus if you have Doctoral degree (PhD) in engineering or related technical field Data analysis experience (Big Data) including working with large datasets including experience utilizing AWS, Docker or similar cloud-based infrastructure Direct working experience with NHTSA, IIHS, or other road traffic safety advocates Experience developing standards for SAE, ISO or other standards development organizations Automotive industry experience in performance evaluation (passive or active safety) Coaching and mentoring experience Experience delivering technical presentations at conferences and/or other public forums Experience developing peer-reviewed journal articles and/or patent applications (branch question to links for publications or add attachments) Completion of Toyota business practice (TBP) panel (for Toyota Team Members only) What we’ll bring During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include: A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount. Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable). Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute Paid holidays and paid time off Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools, and more Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA) Belonging at Toyota Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong. Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to . #J-18808-Ljbffr
Principal Scientist - Collaborative Safety Research Center
Posted 5 days ago
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Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world's most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We're looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.
Toyota's Collaborative Safety Research Center (CSRC) is looking for a passionate and highly motivated principal scientist. The primary responsibility of this role is to serve as a technical leader for multiple research projects related to analysis of motor vehicle traffic, near-crashes, and crashes toward future safety system prioritization.
CSRC mission is "external research collaborations to help inform future safety products, policy, and promotion of a safe mobility society for all." CSRC works with other Toyota affiliates globally and with leading external research institutes to answer multidisciplinary safety questions of strategic importance to Toyota and for societal benefit.
Independently analyze public traffic safety databases (CISS, CRSS, NASS, FARS, etc.) and internal datasets to study the performance, relevance, and safety benefits of novel behavioral, active, or passive safety technologies to guide safety prioritization and system specifications.
Direct external researchers or other collaborators to optimize supplier and company resources while achieving consistent on-time project deliverables with high quality.
Critically evaluate research output quality and regularly share interim results and final conclusions within internal global Toyota group stakeholders.
Actively seek out and anticipate customer needs (e.g., safety policymakers, product planners, societal gaps, etc.) to identify and propose new areas for safety research work.
Negotiate with internal global Toyota group stakeholders, external researchers, and other collaborators to develop successful research projects based on specific or sometimes vague safety questions.
Utilize and coach others in general statistical knowledge to conduct transportation safety related data analysis using R, Python, or related software.
Represent Toyota to outside safety stakeholders to help inform future regulations, policies, standards, and ratings in a manner consistent with Toyota Vision and Values.
Effectively communicate results and conclusions using appropriate data visualizations in presentations and reports.
Assist in developing systems for organizing data to analyze, identify and report trends.
Share expertise and knowledge with team members to mentor and develop others.
Act as technical advisor to CSRC leadership in area(s) of expertise to assist with overall CSRC strategy and mission.
Masters degree or above in engineering, data science, or related technical field.
5 years experience in crash data analysis and statistical analysts experience in a research, industry or regulatory role.
Familiarity with development and limitations of driver assistance and active safety system features.
3+ years proficiency with traffic safety databases and data analysis software such as R, Python, or related statistical tools to perform processes necessary to examine datasets.
3+ years of project management experience including creating timelines with measurable outputs and tracking project status from project creation through to completion for multiple, parallel projects.
Experience creating and executing research funding proposals including justification and acceptance criteria.
Experience interacting with or exposure to NHTSA, IIHS, or other road traffic safety advocates.
During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:
A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement.
Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount.
Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable).
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family.
Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute.
Paid holidays and paid time off.
Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools, and more.
Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA).
Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members' efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong.
Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Research Storage Engineer Associate
Posted 5 days ago
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Research Storage Engineer Associate
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Information and Technology Services (ITS) has an exciting opportunity to hire a Storage Engineer Associate in our Advanced Research Computing (ARC) department. This position will report to the Research Computing Manager.
This position will be a part of a team working on the portfolio of storage systems within ARC. The primary responsibilities will be to assist in the development, deployment, maintenance and support of storage services for archive and active storage. These include IBM Spectrum Scale/GPFS file systems on High Performance Computing (HPC) clusters, EMC/Isilon NAS, and a Tape Archive Service. Finally, they will also participate in developing storage solutions for HPC in the Cloud. This position will primarily be a remote/work from home position.
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User Support
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Support users access to ARC storage systems
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Support the high performance transport of data over national and local networks
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Respond to User Requests
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Support researchers use of storage systems from external providers (Cloud, Central IT)
Research Storage Support
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Storage system updates and patches
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System configuration
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System health and performance monitoring
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Provisioning and destruction of media
System Planning
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Monitor usage of storage resources and make recommendations to maintain service.
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Work with other ARC-TS staff for data center utilization
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Maintain inventory of storage resources under ARC-TS management
Development of Self
- Keep abreast of application technology trends in storage infrastructure and environments (Computers, accelerators, system management methods, etc.) This can include: on-the-job training, attending technical courses or conferences, reading, researching, and testing
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Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field and/or equivalent combination of education, certification or experience.
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Minimum of 2 year experience in a related role requiring customer service, confidentiality, timeliness, organization, prioritization, troubleshooting, and working independently to successfully design services and workflows.
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Minimum of 1 year experience in the use of appropriate tools to perform day-to-day administration tasks, root-cause analysis and service restoration (such as backup, restore, failover, log interpretation, and performance monitoring) in an IT environment.
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Demonstrated effective creative problem solving and flexibility when collaborating with customers, team members, support teams, external vendors, and technical organizations to understand, advocate for, evaluate, and support enhancements, resulting in plans and services that leverage the capabilities of existing technology and meet customer and organizational expectations.
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Demonstrated effective verbal communication skills including strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work effectively through all levels of management and matrix organizations
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Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external customers in a manner that consistently meets the organization's expectations for exemplary customer service.
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Excellent organizational, analytical and independent problem-solving skills
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Ability to influence others in the building and maintaining consensual approach with a wide array of diverse business interests
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Experience with IT support of a storage system, including any of the following: GPFS/Spectrum Scale, EMC OneFS (Isilon), Object Storage, HDFS, SMB/CIFS or NFS.
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Understanding of protected data (HIPAA, CUI, etc.)
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Experience in a high-performance computing cluster environment.
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Experience with LDAP and Active Directory.
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Experience providing IT support in an academic or research environment
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Experience with a programming or scripting language
Modes of Work
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 thework modes ( .
Additional Information
This position may work with and/or support systems that maintain or process sensitive institutional data as defined by university policy. Successful candidates must comply with federal, state and local law and/or university policies or agreements that require the university to implement specific privacy and security safeguards including, but not limited to: ITAR, EAR, HIPAA and FISMA. Responsible for protecting data and information from unauthorized release or from loss, alteration or unauthorized deletion; and, following applicable regulations and instructions regarding access to computerized files, release of data, etc. as stated in a computer access agreement.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
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The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
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Job Opening ID
267354
Working Title
Research Storage Engineer Associate
Job Title
Storage Engineer Associate
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Organizational Group
Its Admin
Department
ITS Admin Human Resources
Posting Begin/End Date
8/13/2025 - 9/03/2025
Salary
$67,250.00 - $75,000.00
Career Interest
Information Technology
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Associate Director of UROP Research Mentor Engagement
Posted 15 days ago
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Associate Director of UROP Research Mentor Engagement
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How to Apply
The Associate Director position is interdependent withposting 267015: LEO Adjunct Lecturer (Curriculum Support) ( , which involves teaching ALA 380: Let's Talk Undergraduate Research: Communicating Scholarly Inquiry Within Academia and Beyond. You must apply to both job postings and be qualified for both positions in order to be considered as a candidate. (Please see Job Posting 267015, which describes the LEO Adjunct Lecturer position, for the specific application requirements of that position.) To apply for the Associate Director position, a cover letter should be attached as the first page of your resume or CV. Please address your specific interest in the position available and outline your skills and experience that is directly related to the description. Applications with no cover letter will not be considered. These materials must be submitted through the U-M Careers Website.
Job Summary
The Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program (UROP) is one of the largest programs of its kind serving 1400 undergraduate students and has engaged undergraduate students in research, scholarly, and creative inquiry for 35 years. By providing opportunities for students to work on research and creative projects with University of Michigan researchers and community partners in all academic disciplines, UROP creates conditions for a supportive educational environment where every person feels valued and has an opportunity to add value. UROP encourages students towards a life-long appreciation for discovery and the social benefits of diversity, for building understanding across differences, and critically examining information in the world around them. This nationally recognized program has been acknowledged as one of the leading programs that engages diverse students in research.
The Associate Director of Research Mentor Engagement will be an integral part of the overall leadership team. They will work closely with the UROP Director and will serve as the lead in providing organizational and administrative leadership regarding research project recruitment and the main point of contact to research mentors as it relates to mentor's role in student success. They will serve as the lead of curriculum development and teaching for ALA 380 (Research Scholars), including working with UM colleagues on the University of Michigan Undergraduate Research Journal (UMURJ). The Associate Director of Research Mentor Engagement will oversee the professional research skill-building workshops and the recruitment of qualified instructors that will train UROP students on multiple research skills. They will work with the entire UROP team on the coordination of the Annual Spring Research Symposium. The successful applicant will be an experienced professional with expertise in conducting research, student academic affairs and demonstrated background in academic program development. The successful applicant should also have experience with diverse student populations and experience with transition issues facing undergraduate students. We are looking for an individual who has experience with research, curriculum and program development in higher education, as well as program evaluation and assessment.
This is a full-time, 12-month staff position with an interdependent part-time adjunct lecturer position with an 11.11% appointment in the fall and winter terms of the academic year. The effort associated with this staff position will decrease to allow for the instructional effort in the Lecturer appointment. The instructional appointment is structured to allow the Associate Director of UROP Research Mentor Engagement to serve as instructor-of-record for a variable-credit course about Undergraduate Research and Communicating Scholarly Inquiry Within Academia and Beyond.
Why Work at Michigan?
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, the University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
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Generous time off, including vacation time, sick time, holiday and season days
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A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
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Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
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Life insurance
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Long-term disability coverage
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Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
In addition, the college of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA) offers:
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Enhanced tuition support programs for LSA courses
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Strong commitment to work/life balance
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Flexible work arrangements with respect to campus stakeholder needs
Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care - that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.
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Administrative Management of Research Mentor Recruitment and Program Communication (20%)
The position will lead responsibility in developing and implementing strategies for communication and recruitment of a diverse set of research mentors from all UM schools and colleges and work closely with the Assistant Director of Community Research and Engagement in expanding research opportunities in the community. The Associate Director recruits over 1,000 research mentors, or more, annually or roughly 1,200 research projects for UROP students. The Associate Director will plan and direct research project recruitment and develop a recruitment plan for ensuring continued program growth in all academic areas, ensuring equitable representation of all areas of academic study. The candidate is responsible for developing marketing, recruitment and informational materials for potential research mentors and developing and running orientation programs for mentors. They develop clear periodic communication with mentors throughout the year including program requirements, timelines, and processes; including working with mentors and UROP staff to resolve conflicts with students and performance issues. The Associate Director will work with IT staff on updating mentoring agreement needs and ensuring that students and mentors understand the process of project-student pairing.
The Associate Director of Research Mentor Engagement contributes to the long-range vision for the program. They will provide back-up for the UROP Director, along with the Associate Director of Curriculum & Retention in the unit, in the Director's absence and provide functional supervision for administrative and student services staff.
Lead Curriculum Development of Research Scholars Program (25%)
Direct UROP's Research Scholars Program for UROP students returning to research for a second year in a more advanced role. This includes student recruitment for Research Scholars, student selection, and program evaluation. Work with campus partners to create unique opportunities for Research Scholars to publish, present, or exhibit their research in different formats and through various media.
Lead of Research Skill-Building Workshops and Assist with Spring-Summer Research Symposium (5%)
UROP provides numerous research skill development workshops each year from GIS, MATLAB, RefWorks, SPSS, R Programming, Laboratory Research Safety, etc. These workshops contribute to the student's professional development and meet our goal in providing faculty with trained research assistants who can participate fully in the projects. The Associate Director of Research Mentor Engagement will develop collaborations with the University Library, OSEH, and qualified independent instructors across UM campus to run these research training sessions. The Associate Director will regularly check-in with research mentors on professional research topics that are recommended and/or required by research mentors and develop strategies for online training that students can easily access. The Associate Director also assists with the Annual Spring & Summer Research Symposium with the UROP staff. They communicate with research mentors to ensure that students have permission to present their research. They lead the recruitment efforts for poster judges and work with the Director of UROP on seeking nominations for mentor awards, selecting winners, and planning the faculty-mentor award ceremony.
Coordinator of Research Mentor Training and Development (15%)
UM faculty and researchers have long been committed to including undergraduate students on their research teams and to providing high-quality engagement to UROP students. Effective research mentoring relationships are critical to not only developing the next generation of faculty and researchers, but also, retaining UROP students by providing them with quality guidance and training. Working with the UROP Director who will lead the initiative, along with interested colleagues and campus partners, the Associate Director will work on scaling UROPs Research Mentor Training & Development series to improve the research mentoring relationships for mentees and mentors in all fields of study. The goal is to collectively train junior faculty and future faculty (post docs, grad students) and anyone mentoring diverse students in an undergraduate student research setting.
The Associate Director will work with the Director to develop a framework and assessment tools that UROP (and departments) will be able to use to measure undergraduate researchers' learning experiences and the nuance of the experience based on the field of study, culture of department, mentors background, and other variables to account for. This will provide useful information for improving the research experience for both undergraduate mentees and their mentors. Some of the goals would be: facilitate research mentor training for research mentors at all career stages; develop and study new approaches and resources for advancing mentoring relationships; promote cultural change that values excellence in research mentoring; and advance diversity in the research enterprise.
Assessment of Mentor-Mentee Research Partnerships (15%)
Assist in the assessment and evaluation of mentor-mentee research partnerships. Monitor UROP program effectiveness, along with the Associate Director of Retention and Curriculum, through the implementation of evaluation tools including surveys and the use of focus groups and develop additional evaluation and learning analytical tools. The Associate Director of Research Mentor Engagement will focus on evaluating the professional skills building workshops and mentor- mentee research partnerships. Make recommendations for workshops and mentor training based on evaluation findings. In consultation with the Director of UROP, develop measurable outcomes that will assist in determining the effectiveness of the mentor-mentee partnerships and use those outcomes to modify and enhance mentor training, specifically for new research mentors. Develop and implement systems for tracking/measuring outcomes in relation to faculty/research mentor interactions with students, student progress in research, and collaborate with the Director of UROP and the Associate Director of Retention and Curriculum on instruments and evaluation protocols.
Supervision (20%)
The Associate Director assists the training and functional supervision of UROP office staff and assists as needed in interpreting UM guidelines and policies and resolving problems related to student research and related issues. They supervise up to 10 UROP Research Peer Facilitators and directly supervise the Assistant Director of Community-Engaged Research.
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Master's degree in Higher Education or related field
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3-5 years supervising students and regular staff.
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3-5 years' experience working in an academic student setting.
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Experience in curriculum development for undergraduate students
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Ability to prioritize multiple competing demands and work in a fast-paced environment
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Experience and commitment to working with a diverse, multicultural student population and superb interpersonal relationship skills
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Professional demeanor and excellent interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication skills
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Demonstrated project management and organizational skills; strong attention to detail
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Ability to set priorities, work simultaneously on numerous tasks with multiple staff, and meet deadlines
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Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills
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Prior experience is required in student success services, such as academic advising, mentoring, learning support programs, and applied, experiential learning programs.
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Effectively supervise programs for academic, social and personal support services as enrichment for students.
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Classroom instruction or lesson-plan facilitation preferred.
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Deep understanding of college student development and its impact on the college learning experience and the retention of students.
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Doctorate degree in Higher Education (or in a related field)
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Strong relational database management and strong information technology experience
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Able to analyze both statistical and qualitative research related to mentorship and use interpretations of these data sets to creatively identify practical responses in programming or systems modification.
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Strong academic experience, with knowledge of academic resources on campus
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Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively with broad sections of UM faculty and staff.
Modes of Work
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 thework modes ( .
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
267020
Working Title
Associate Director of UROP Research Mentor Engagement
Job Title
Acad &/Or Res Prgm Ofcr Assoc
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
College Of Lsa
Department
LSA UG: UROP
Posting Begin/End Date
8/05/2025 - 9/01/2025
Salary
$72,000.00 - $85,000.00
Career Interest
Administration
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