How to Apply

Applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a statement of current and future research plans.

Summary

The Center for Political Studies (CPS) in the Institute for Social Research (ISR) at the University of Michigan invites applications for a full-time position of Post-Doctoral Research Fellow in American politics with interests in public policy and computational social science. This position has no teaching or service obligations. The Fellow will work on research related to local government, policing, and law enforcement.

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.

Responsibilities*

• Submitting and monitoring public records requests;
• Managing and working with research assistants to process incoming data;
• Performing policy analysis, including summarizing policing data and writing up reports of findings; and
• Developing and leading new research projects in coordination with the PI with potential grant development and writing, as needed.

Competencies

• Proven ability to work with and analyze administrative data.
• Strong project management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to maintain positive relationships with various stakeholders.
• Strong time management skills with a proven ability to multitask and work successfully with little supervision.

Required Qualifications*

• A Ph.D. by September 1, 2024 in a related area (e.g., political science, public policy, etc.)
• Demonstrated interest in one or more of the following: American politics, political institutions, law enforcement, policing, or policy evaluation.
• Demonstrated interest in bridging the gap between academic research and public policy.

Additional Information

The Institute for Social Research 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.

This is a one-year position with potential for renewal based on funding and performance.

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.