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Research Associate II
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Job ID 73195
Job Funding Source Non-Work-Study
Employer Center for Academic Innovation
Category Professional/Administrative
Job Description

Market Research & Analytics Student Fellow
Spring/Summer 2025 Student Fellowship Program

Center for Academic Innovation

Deadline to apply: Ongoing, however, first consideration will be given to those who apply by Sunday, March 30, 2025

 

 

Location: 317 Maynard St., Ann, Arbor, MI 48104 (75% in-person fellowship experience)

Pay Rate: Undergraduate $17/hr, Master’s $20/hr, Doctoral $23/hr

Job Duration: 20-30 hours/week for the summer semester, with the possibility of extending the fellowship

Supervisor: Chelsea Williams (cai-student-hiring@umich.edu) 

 

Who we’re looking for: 

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytically-minded student fellow to join our Marketing & Market Strategy (M&MS) team at the University of Michigan's Center for Academic Innovation. The ideal candidate will have experience with marketing analytics and data visualization tools, such as Looker Studio. Additionally, you will assist in market research projects as they emerge, ensuring our team has accurate and actionable data to move forward with specific projects as they relate to online and hybrid degree programs. If you are a proactive and tech-savvy individual with a passion for marketing and data-driven decision-making, we encourage you to apply.

 

What You’ll Do: 

  • Maintain and optimize marketing analytics dashboards for the Online Teaching, Center for Academic Innovation and Michigan Online websites

  • Provide monthly, actionable insights and updates to the Marketing & Market Research team on the Online Teaching and Michigan Online websites based on dashboard data

    • Pull other reports as requested by the Marketing & Market Research team

  • Create market research reports using secondary research from Lightcast and other available tools and sources

    • Interpret, analyze, and synthesize quantitative and qualitative data into executive reports

  • Assist with scoping and conducting additional market research projects as they arise

 

 

How to apply:

To apply, please click here to complete the Student Fellowship Application and upload the following supplemental document:

  • Resume

  • A 350-word essay about the student’s experience with market research or marketing analytics and why they would like to pursue this work with CAI. 
Educational Value

The Experience And Skills You’ll Gain: 

  • Marketing data analysis and interpretation skills

  • Proficiency in data visualization tools, particularly Looker Studio

  • Strong market research abilities by conducting secondary research

  • Expertise in synthesizing quantitative and qualitative data into clear, concise executive reports

  • Ability to provide actionable insights and strategic recommendations based on data analysis

 
Job Requirements

Student Qualifications:

  • Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in business (marketing), data science, statistics, or a related field 

  • Proficiency in data visualization tools, such as Looker Studio, Tableau, or similar platforms

  • Strong analytical skills with experience in interpreting and synthesizing quantitative and qualitative data

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex data in a clear and actionable manner

  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

  • Basic understanding of marketing principles and strategies is a plus
Hourly Rate $17.00/hour to $23.00/hour
Hours 20.0 to 29.0 hours per week
Time Frame Fall/Winter/Spring/Summer
Start Date Monday, May 5, 2025
End Date At the end of the spring/summer term, with possibility of a fellowship extension
Primary Contact Roderick Simmons
Primary Contact's Email cai-student-hiring@umich.edu
Supervisor Chelsea Williams
Work Location Center for Academic Innovation 317 Maynard St. Ann Arbor, MI 48104 75% in-person fellowship experience
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