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
The Department of Nutritional Sciences in the School of Public Health is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic, and hardworking individual to support the operations of the community-based research projects focused on community health promotion and the primary and secondary prevention of nutrition-sensitive chronic diseases.
Responsibilities*
This individual will be responsible for project management under the supervision of the Principal Investigator. Tasks will include maintaining systems to facilitate study protocols and processes; cultivating relationships with new and existing community partners; refining project methods and materials on an iterative basis; supervising the Project Assistants, and manage the development and dissemination of knowledge products for both lay and academic audiences.
The Research Area Specialist Associate must be comfortable leading a team and working with diverse subject matter experts, staff, and participants. The position requires an individual who has exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and communication skills. Finally, the individual must have the initiative and flexibility to proactively identify program needs and implement solutions in a dynamic work Environment.
Required Qualifications*
- Bachelor's Degree in Public Health, Nutrition/Dietetics, or related social science, Master's degree preferred.
- 1-3 years of experience implementing public health or social science research
Protocols and managing the day-to-day operations of public health or other
social science research studies
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
Google programs (e.g., Gmail, calendar, Drive); Zoom; and REDCap (Research
Electronic Data Capture)
- Ability and willingness to travel to community sites up to approximately 1 hour
from Ann Arbor to meet with community partners and conduct study activities
- Bilingual (Spanish/English)
Desired Qualifications*
- Supervisory experience
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.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.