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University of Michigan · 14 hours ago

RESEARCH ASST I (Wellman - TEMP)

positionDearborn, MI
timePart-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad

The University of Michigan is seeking a Temporary Research Assistant to support faculty-led anthropological research projects, particularly in metropolitan Detroit. The role involves assisting with ethnographic research, qualitative data analysis, and preparation of research documents.

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Responsibilities

Assisting with ethnographic research, including interviews, participant observation, transcription, and fieldnote organization
Supporting qualitative data analysis and data management
Assisting with the editing and preparation of grants, reports, and other research documents
Organizing research materials and contributing to ongoing research workflows

Qualification

Anthropology degreeQualitative research methodsAnalytical skillsWriting skillsOrganizational skillsCommunity-based researchAcademic writingGrant preparationIndependent work

Required

Bachelor's degree in Anthropology or a closely related field
Strong writing, organizational, and analytical skills
Familiarity with qualitative or ethnographic research methods
Ability to work independently and manage tasks responsibly

Preferred

Prior experience with ethnographic or community-based research
Interest in urban, migration, or community studies
Experience with academic writing or grant preparation

Company

University of Michigan

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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.
dateFounded in 1817
location
Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.umich.edu

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$359.75M
Key Investors
Michigan Economic Development CorporationNational Institutes of HealthBreakthrough T1D
2025-07-17Grant· $1M
2025-06-07Grant· $1.17M
2025-04-23Grant

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Greg McGuire
Managing Director, Mcity
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Robert Goodspeed
Chair, Urban and Regional Planning Program
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