How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

Administers special projects or activities. May conduct studies, prepare reports, prepare project plans and maintain records, advise departments, ensure regulatory or company policy compliance for special projects or ongoing programs.

Responsibilities*

• Act as a liaison between the d3c managing director, team members, and external stakeholders
• Maintain and organize project documentation, contracts, and reports using project management softward (i.e., Asana)
• Coordinate and schedule meeetings, prepare agendas, record minutes, and track action items
• Monitor project expenses, facilitate purchases and budget tracking

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• 2-4 years of professional experience in project coordination or project managment
• Demostrated experiece managing or supporting multiple concurren projects with timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder communication
• Strong organizational and communication skills

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 create a community of respect and authentic collaboration by recruiting and retaining individuals that represent a variety of voices as a reflection of our commitment to serve the 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.

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) days. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period had ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.