Research Associate (TERM LIMITED)

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How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached 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 relate to this position.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate to join onWHARD (Women's Health And Reproductive Disparities Collaborative) team with the Obstetrics & Gynecology Department. This term-limited role offers an exciting opportunity to engage with research supporting women's health, fibroids, and health equity, while also focusing on scientific communication and manuscript development. The successful candidate will support research initiatives and contribute to manuscript and abstract writing, editing, and content generation tasks in collaboration with the Director of Communications, faculty and research team members.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Responsibilities*

Content And Research Development

• Assist in preparing sections of scientific manuscripts, technical reports, and communications.
• Develop and write research project protocols and related study materials.
• Edit or draft sections of grant application materials.

Literature And Data Management

• Conduct literature searches and compile data to support manuscript development.
• Assist in qualitative and quantitative data management.
• Identify and track journals and manuscripts for publication of Women's Health related publications.
• Identify and track conferences to present work via abstracts, posters, oral, etc.

Document Editing

• Edit and refine scientific manuscripts and reports to ensure quality and consistency.
• Maintain adherence to journal guidelines and ethical research principles.

Communication And Coordination

• Translate complex scientific themes into accessible language for diverse audiences.
• Develop newsletters and update project materials for dissemination.
• Maintain and update project website content.

Research Support

• Support basic research tasks like data organization and transcription.
• Assist in scheduling meetings and managing cloud-based resources.

Team Collaboration

• Work cooperatively in a diverse team environment.
• Support during team events and community engagement activities including traveling to sites for data dissemination, recruitment, and other engagement efforts.
• Collaborate with multiple project investigators, community members, and stakeholders.

Required Qualifications*

• A bachelor's degree in English, Health Communication, Sciences, Technical Communication, Health or Social Sciences, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Required: At least 3 years of directly related experience required, ideally related to content generation for research, scientific areas.
• Experience in research and data interpretation.
• Demonstrated writing and editing skills in scientific, technical and academic contexts.
• Strong interest in women's health and disparities-related topics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with research-related software tools including CANVA, Adobe Illustrator, or others.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Desired Qualifications*

• Experience with qualitative research concepts and methods.
• Proficient Spanish language skills for developing materials and conducting interviews.
• Experience with reference management systems and cloud collaboration tools.
• Passion to engage in meaningful research and contribute to advancing knowledge in Women's Health.

Work Locations

University Hospital South (UHS) Building, Ann Arbor, MI. This position is hybrid, with 2-3 days onsite work required, along with potential support for community-based work and dissemination events throughout Michigan if needed.

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 1-year term-limited appointment with the possibility of extension for an additional year. At the end of the stated term, your appointment will terminate, and will not be eligible for Reduction-in-Force (RIF) benefits. This term-limited appointment does not create a contract or guarantee of employment for any period of time as you will remain subject to disciplinary or other performance measures, up to and including termination, at the will of the University in accordance with existing University policy and standards for employee performance and conduct.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

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.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.