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Research Assistant I
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Job ID 72746
Job Funding Source Work-Study, Non-Work-Study, Remote
Employer LSA International Institute
Category Professional/Administrative
Job Description

The International Institute (II) is looking for a temporary worker to assist seven area studies Centers in their application for an upcoming USDE federal grant. 

This position will work closely with the External Grants Manager and the II Academic Services team to retrieve university data to create charts and other tools. 

Other work includes: 

  • Prepare agendas and take notes at staff meetings
  • Draft reports, memos, and correspondence
  • Develop, revise, and edit grant narrative language
  • Manage course and enrollment data
  • Work with II work-studies and other staff to assign tasks
  • Provide other additional administrative assistance as needed
Educational Value

This position would help acclimate work study students to federal grant proposal management and writing, in addition to complex institutional data gathering across U-M, particularly in international studies. Other skills that will be gained are communication and multitasking skills as this position would work across seven area studies Centers at the International Institute.

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications:

  • Experience at the University of Michigan and familiarity with UM structures
  • Proficiency with Google Suite, Excel and other Microsoft Office programs
  • Ability to multi-task and adhere to multiple deadlines
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Quantitative skills 
  • Ability to exercise discretion 

Desired qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Experience with grant writing and administration 
  • Experience with MReports, MPathways, and MRS
  • Familiarity with Qualtrics/AI tools

 

 

Hourly Rate $18.00/hour to $25.00/hour
Hours 15.0 to 20.0 hours per week
Time Frame Fall/Winter/Spring/Summer
Start Date Wednesday, January 1, 2025
End Date Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Primary Contact Humanties HR
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Supervisor N/A
Work Location International Institute 500 Church St. Suite 300 Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1042
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