Job Description

How to Apply

Interested applicants will submit a cover letter describing their interest in the position, a statement of their scholarly and research activities; a statement of service; a statement on their underlying philosophy and demonstrated approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the academy; a curriculum vitae; three recent publications. 

All applicants must submit their applications to http://apply.interfolio.com/157497. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until suitable candidates are identified. 

Inquiries regarding this position can be directed to [email protected].

Job Summary

The Survey Research Center (SRC) within the University of Michigan's Institute for Social Research (ISR) is seeking an economist at the rank of Associate or Full Research Scientist to join its highly successful research program in health and retirement. 

We are interested in appointing a scholar with exceptional leadership skills and demonstrated commitment to scientific excellence. Appointment to this position at the Associate level requires a growing national and/or international scholarly reputation and a record of publication in peer-reviewed journals. A candidate for this rank should have a record of participation in or presentation at professional meetings. Appointment at the highest rank in the Research Scientist Track requires an internationally recognized record of continued excellence in research productivity and contributions. A Research Scientist will have a sustained record of publications in peer-reviewed journals, including as first-author and/or senior author. A significant and sustained record of participation in relevant professional meetings is expected of a Research Scientist. 

At the Associate level, independence in research funding is not required but may be developing as represented by a substantial record of collaborative funding as a team scientist (usually as co-investigator). A full Research Scientist must have evidence of success with external funding and may have served as principal investigator on center grants, major grants (e.g. NIH R01) or equivalent.

The candidate must have the ability to thrive in the entrepreneurial, interdisciplinary, and collaborative environment of SRC. The ideal candidate would be a scientific leader in the field of economics, or closely-related social or policy science discipline, with a history of interdisciplinary collaborations, and demonstrated focus on research relevant to health and aging. Prior experience managing survey design, fieldwork, web-based data collection, administrative linkages, or other aspects of data production and dissemination are highly desirable. 

The research program in health and retirement is anchored by the Health and Retirement Study (HRS), a global leader in innovative multi-disciplinary survey research. Allied research projects in medicine, economics, psychology, epidemiology and other fields build on and complement the HRS.

Responsibilities*

The successful candidate will work with other HRS investigators and study collaborators and technical staff to adapt its approaches for economic measurement to new realities and new technologies. They will be expected to: 

The successful candidate may participate in and develop a portfolio of independently funded research projects. Salary is highly competitive. The Health and Retirement Study (https://hrs.isr.umich.edu/) is a public resource supported by the National Institute on Aging (U01AG0009740) and the Social Security Administration. It supports over 25,000 registered research users of the data and over 300 annual publications in peer-reviewed journals. SRC (http://www.src.isr.umich.edu) is an international leader in interdisciplinary social science research involving the collection and analysis of survey data. SRC also advances the scientific method of social research through teaching and training.

Required Qualifications*

PhD in economics or a related field. 

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 the work modes.

Additional Information

This is a calendar-year appointment with a competitive salary and flexible start date. Work location is expected to be onsite in Ann Arbor with flexibility for hybrid work within our overall Center guidelines. 

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; a 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. 

Ann Arbor and its surrounding communities in the Detroit-Warren-Ann Arbor Combined Statistical Area offer a variety of climate-resilient, family-friendly communities within commuting distance of several universities and major employment centers. 

The Institute for Social Research (ISR) 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.

ISR is interested in candidates who have demonstrated commitment to excellence by providing leadership in teaching research or service toward building an equitable and diverse scholarly environment. Women and those from groups who are underrepresented in the sciences are particularly encouraged to apply. The University is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

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

Job openings are posted for a minimum of fourteen calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the fifteenth 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.

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