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Responsibilities The assistant will join the CREATE Center Team consisting of the Center’s director, senior research associate, a communications & media coordinator, and intern(s). They will participate in weekly team meetings, one-on-one meetings with Center leaders, and work independently. As part of this team, the assistant will help with a variety of efforts that may include: Co-planning the Center’s 2025 Youth-engaged Research Symposium and/or other CREATE Center speaker events, workshops, or social functions. Preparing program information, correspondence, and marketing materials related to Center research initiatives, activities, and events Compiling and reviewing information for research reports and grant application Sourcing and reviewing research and public policy news/reports Assisting with data management, file storage systems & miscellaneous administrative needs Assisting with qualitative data collection and analysis
Required Qualifications Doctoral student standing (highly qualified Master’s students will also be considered) Evidence of relevant professional experience Intermediate to advanced competency in Microsoft Office suite and/or database querying tools as well as file management software (i.e., Google Drive, UMBox) Excellent interpersonal skills and the demonstrated ability to work cooperatively in a team-oriented work environment (Preferred) Experience assisting with project management Proven organizational skills and attention to detail Demonstrated ability to manage several tasks concurrently and set priorities in order to meet deadlines Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, and the ability to communicate with a large and diverse group of faculty, staff, students, and community partners Ability to protect private information and confidential material with high integrity Proven self-starter and solution-oriented
How to Apply To apply, please submit the following materials as a single pdf to createcenter@umich.edu (please note that applicants who do not meet these requirements will not be considered): 1. One-page cover letter. A single-page cover letter is required to be considered for this position and must be attached as the first page of your application. The letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline your qualifications, skills and experience that directly relate to the position. Please also state your University affiliation and your year in graduate studies. 2. Current resume or CV. 3. References. Please submit the name and contact information (email and phone number) of two references who can speak to your professional experience and skills (letters not required). Your references should be on the last page of your application. Selection Process Application review will begin immediately. References will be contacted for finalists. Every effort will be made to have a selection decision by the week of September 14, 2026. |
