How to Apply

The Inter-university Consortium for Political and Social Research (ICPSR) in the Institute for Social Research (ISR) at the University of Michigan invites applications for a full-time Research Professor position (open rank) with a research focus on social determinants of health, population health, health disparities, or a closely related social science focus.

Applicants may initiate the process by submitting a letter describing their scholarly activities and interests in the project. Please include a CV, three letters of reference or names of three references, and up to two recent publications. Review of applications will begin October 25, 2024. Apply at http://apply.interfolio.com/154843.

Job Summary

The Inter-university Consortium for Political and Social Research (ICPSR) of the Institute for Social Research at the University of Michigan maintains several long-standing data sharing research projects and programs and collaborates with other units in the Institute for Social Research and on campus. ICPSR's research faculty conducts research and develops extramural-funded projects. We have the opportunity to work with a large and highly skilled professional research staff at ICPSR on our projects. We engage with the energetic faculty of ICPSR and our partners.

This position presents a unique opportunity to become part of the Business and Collection Development faculty at ICPSR. The successful candidate will have research and leadership responsibilities for existing extramural research projects at ICPSR, with the expectation of developing new projects. Examples of large extramural projects within ICPSR that are relevant to this leadership position include the Data Sharing and Demographic Research project (funded by Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development), the National Archive of Computerized Data on Aging (funded by the National Institute on Aging), and the National Addiction and HIV Data Archive Program (funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse). The goal for this person is to expand data sharing infrastructure and conduct related research, thereby increasing the reuse and impact of data for addressing pressing health problems, such as disparities and inequities across sociodemographic groups. ICPSR, part of the Institute for Social Research at the University of Michigan, seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce. This reflects our commitment to serving the diverse people of Michigan, maintaining the excellence of the university, and grounding our research in varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning.

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, U-M offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include generous time off; retirement plan with two-for-one matching contributions after the first year; many choices for comprehensive health insurance; life insurance; long-term disability coverage; and flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses. Learn more about U-M benefits.

Required Qualifications*

Ph.D. in Sociology, Demography, Economics, Geography, Human Development & Family Studies, or a closely related field;
Demonstrated interest in a range of social and structural explanations for health inequities is preferred;
Experience with writing grants and contracts;
Strong leadership, communication, and administrative skills, experience managing staff. Experience is desired in one or more of the following: data stewardship, data linkages, disclosure risk and confidentiality protection, data justice, and data feminism.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

The Institute for Social Research (ISR) at the University of Michigan seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to maintain the excellence of the university, and to ground our research in varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning.

The ideal candidate will join ICPSR by the Fall semester of 2025. This is a 12 month appointment and is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Institute for Social Research job openings are posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.