To be considered for this position please submit the following documents, via this Interfolio link: https://apply.interfolio.com/178111
Applications not submitted through Interfolio will not be reviewed. Candidates who do not upload all of the following documents will not be considered for this position.
- Resume/CV
- Cover letter: Please submit a comprehensive cover letter that addresses your area(s) of interest in social science research, any research or professional experiences that contribute to your qualifications for this position, why you are interested in the JPR Program, and how you see this time fitting into your long-term plans.
- Personal Statement: Please describe, in one page or less, how your personal background or experiences have contributed to your interest in social science.
Applicants should consult the JPR website FAQ for further details on what should be included in these documents.
The University of Michigan Institute for Social Research (ISR) is the world's largest academic social science survey and research organization. We are a leader in developing and applying new social science methods and are committed to educating the next generation of social scientists. Our globally renowned training programs have produced some of the most influential scholars of today, and play a core role in our imperative to foster greater diversity in the social sciences.
ISR seeks to hire multiple research associates for the 2026 cohort of the Junior Professional Researcher (JPR) Program. This program offers recent college graduates the opportunity to gain work experience in social science research and collaborate with more senior colleagues and project teams. JPRs work for two years as full-time research associates for one or more faculty mentors and engage in additional education and training activities, including taking courses through our summer programs, participating in professional development workshops, and attending ISR research seminars.
This is a two-year term-limited position located in Ann Arbor, MI.
