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Research Assistant I
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Job ID 74153
Job Funding Source Work-Study, Non-Work-Study, Remote
Employer Social Work, School of
Category Professional/Administrative
Job Description

The STEP (Supporting Transition and Employment Pathways) Lab at the University of Michigan
School of Social Work is dedicated to advancing disability inclusion by ensuring that individuals
with disabilities have equitable opportunities to fully participate in every aspect of their life. The
lab develops, implements, and evaluates community-based research on job-readiness programs to
improve academic, career, employment, mental health, and justice-related outcomes for
individuals with disabilities. Our lab also publishes findings in peer-reviewed journals, and
engages with educational, vocational, and rehabilitation organizations on local, national, and
international levels. We foster a collaborative learning environment where all team members
strengthen their expertise through regular team meetings and respectful dialogues.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in REDCap development
  • Assist with data collection, including conducting focus groups
  • Enter and manage research data using REDCap
  • Transcribe interviews and focus group discussions
  • Perform qualitative data analysis (coding)
  • Coordinate participant compensation and follow-ups
  • Assist in the creation of outreach materials (e.g., flyers, reports)
  • Develop and schedule social media posts to support outreach efforts
  • Organize and maintain contact lists for research participants and partners
  • Manage the lab’s mailboxes and assist with communications
  • Attend lab meetings and fulfill other research, outreach, and administrative tasks

How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to stepresearchlab@umich.edu

Educational Value

We are seeking a Student Research Assistant to support our ongoing research projects. This role
offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in data collection, analysis, and community engagement while contributing to meaningful work in disability inclusion.

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications:

  • Graduate student studying Social Work, Psychology, Education, Business, Communications, or other social sciences related fields
  • Work study preferred

Desired qualifications:

  • Experience or interest working with individuals with disabilities
  • Experience in research
  • Experience using REDCap
  • Can commit to 10.0 to 20.0 hours per week
Hourly Rate $16.00/hour
Hours 10.0 to 20.0 hours per week
Time Frame Fall/Winter/Spring/Summer
Start Date Asap
End Date At completion
Primary Contact Nikky Blochowski
Primary Contact's Email stepresearchlab@umich.edu
Supervisor Alyssa Hernandez
Work Location This position is eligible for remote work and has flexible work schedule. In-person attendance is required for completion of I-9 paperwork at the School of Social Work.
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Fax N/A