Research Area Specialist Senior

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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. In the cover letter, please create a numbered list with answers to following:

　　Why do you want this job?

　　What experience do you think is most relevant for this job?

　　Please describe a research project that you have been involved in, including by explicitly noting all aspects of the project you were directly involved in and the skills required for that involvement.

　　Please provide contact information for 1-3 references and note your relationship (e.g., former professor) to these references

　　Summary

　　The Department of Economics at the University of Michigan is a premier department. We are a diverse intellectual community dedicated to excellence through research and teaching; learn more about the department at lsa.umich.edu/econ .

　　We are looking for a self-motivated Research Specialist. This position would support faculty by managing key projects and tasks that contribute to continued growth in experimental economics research. This can include but is not limited to work on gender, discrimination, fairness, and prosocial behavior. An enthusiastic, welcoming, inclusive personality is critical to this role.

　　Mission Statement

　　The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

　　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:

　　Generous time off

　　A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting

　　Many choices for comprehensive insurance options, including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision

　　Life insurance

　　Long-term disability coverage

　　Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

　　Maternity and parental leave options

　　Responsibilities*

　　Responsibilities

　　Providing support for managing, conducting, and running studies related to experimental economics research. This includes developing and designing methods and protocols to conduct the research. Lead the coordination of researchers across a range of universities and serve in supervisory roles for some aspects of the projects and in relationship to some members of the study team.

　　Partner with PI to analyze data and prepare content related to ongoing research and course material. This includes the potential to co-author or present materials in partnership with the PI

　　Collaborate with PI and have a critical role in the securing and managing internal and external research grants which includes assistance with preparing grant proposals and partnering with the finance office on the management of secured grant budgets.

　　Assist with accessibility-related tasks. This may include ensuring research-related materials are accessible or adapted to alternative formats, providing support with inaccessible research-related applications/software (data review/input, navigation, etc.), adjusting display settings on computers and monitors and other common technology devices, editing presentations and documents to ensure settings comply with PI's vision-related needs. The project manager may liaise with IT staff, campus accessibility experts, and other administrative staff in the performance of these duties.

　　Required Qualifications*

　　Bachelor's degree in economics, computer science, statistics, mathematics, or a related field.

　　2 or more years experience in economic research, particularly those related to running (online and laboratory) experiments including the use of Qualtrics, Prolific and Amazon Mechanical Turk.

　　Strong experience with programming, including javascript, html, Python and/or related languages.

　　Experience drafting research papers and slides with LaTeX and PowerPoint.

　　Interest in helping to build up course material related to behavioral and experimental economics in the classroom.

　　Ability to provide technology support, such as computer and presentation setup, display zoom setting adjustment, manipulation of cords, etc.

　　Assistance with ensuring research-related materials are accessible or adapted to alternative formats. Support with inaccessible research-related applications/software (data review/input, navigation).

　　Desired Qualifications*

　　Master's degree or higher (or expected degree this academic year) in economics, computer science, statistics, mathematics, or a related field.

　　4 or more years experience in economic research, particularly those related to running (online and laboratory) experiments including the use of Qualtrics, Prolific and Amazon Mechanical Turk.

　　Experience with grant proposal writing and management

　　Experience with IRBs

　　Work Schedule

　　The Department of Economics Office operates in a hybrid work environment. This position has an expectation of at least 3 days per week on-site. The department reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employees.

　　Underfill Statement

　　This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

　　Additional Information

　　To encourage a larger and more diverse applicant pool, we may fill this position at either the University's research area specialist intermediate or senior level. The decision about the level will be based on the overall experience of the selected candidate and equity within the department. High-level differences between the levels appear below and candidates with the potential to grow into a lead role are encouraged to apply.

　　The salary range for this position will be:

　　Intermediate Level (Required Qualifications): $55,000 to $66,000

　　Senior (Required & Desired Qualifications): $68,000 to $85,000

　　A higher salary may be possible for well-qualified candidates.

　　This position is term-limited for 4 years (until July 31, 2028)

　　As one of the world's great liberal arts colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world.

　　To learn more about diversity, equity, and inclusion in LSA, please visit lsa.umich.edu/lsa/dei .

　　To learn more about LSAs Mission, Vision and Values, please visit lsa.umich.edu/strategicvision .

　　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 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/AA Statement

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

　　Job Detail

　　Job Opening ID

　　244254

　　Working Title

　　Research Area Specialist Senior

　　Job Title

　　Research Area Specialist Sr

　　Work Location

　　Ann Arbor Campus

　　Ann Arbor, MI

　　Full/Part Time

　　Full-Time

　　Regular/Temporary

　　Regular

　　FLSA Status

　　Exempt

　　Organizational Group

　　College Of Lsa

　　Department

　　LSA Economics

　　Posting Begin/End Date

　　1/19/2024 - 2/02/2024

　　Salary

　　$68,000.00 - $85,000.00

　　Career Interest

　　Research

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