NFO Program Assistant needed to fill one position at U-M Center for Research on Learning and Teaching in Engineering (CRLT-Engin). See detailed job description. 

Primary responsibilities include supporting New Faculty Orientation Program by doing such tasks as:

• Content Creation:  

• Assist with enhancing digital accessibility modules within Canvas course shells.  

• Assist with maintaining overall Canvas course structure, updating pages and modules as needed.

• Lead debrief and evaluation activities for both Canvas and in-person course sessions, summarizing feedback for future improvements.

• Develop supporting materials for in-person events, including slideshows (e.g., for NFO), informational maps, and seating plans.

• Curate and design photo slideshows for atrium displays.

• Administration & Event Planning:  

• Assist with communications to faculty panelists.

• Assist with drafting and sending welcome emails and event reminders to new faculty members.

• Assist with assigned project tasks and deadlines in Asana, ensuring timely execution of program deliverables.

• Assist with circulating lists of new faculty, ensuring accuracy across MCommunity and other channels.

• Lead review and completion of event support forms to confirm logistics and requirements for faculty programs.

• Coordinate the virtual consultation designed for new faculty at the beginning of the Fall semester

This position is mostly remote, with some on-site event support required. Starting pay rate is $28.00/hour. The closing date for this posting is 2/23/2026.

If interested, please complete and submit your application using this Google Form. A CV is required for consideration for this position.

Hours: 

• March 1 – May 31: 1–5 hours per week (primarily remote)

• June 1 – August 26: 10–15 hours per week (mix of remote and some on-site as needed)

  • August 11–14, 2026: In-person event preparation required

  • August 18, 2026: Full-day in-person event support (8:00 am – 6:00 pm)

• August 27 – September 7: 5–7 hours per week (primarily remote)

• September 8 – September 22: 1–5 hours per week (primarily remote)

• Enrolled in a graduate program in engineering, engineering education, or STEM-related field,

• Familiarity with Google Apps (e.g., spreadsheets, documents, etc.), Zoom meeting operations, and project management tools such as Asana,

• Experience with learning management systems, especially Canvas, 

• Strong communication and writing skills,

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities,

• Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks in a timely manner, and to work both independently and as part of a collaborative group, and

• Experience with event or program planning is desirable.