The University of Michigan - Survey Research Center, at the Institute for Social Research

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The Survey Research Center (SRC) within the University of Michigan's Institute for Social Research (ISR) is seeking an economist at the rank of Associate or Full Research Scientist to join its highly successful research program in health and retirement.

The candidate must have the ability to thrive in the entrepreneurial, interdisciplinary, and collaborative environment of SRC. The ideal candidate would be a scientific leader in the field of economics, or closely-related social or policy science discipline, with a history of interdisciplinary collaborations, and demonstrated focus on research relevant to health and aging. Prior experience managing survey design, fieldwork, web-based data collection, administrative linkages, or other aspects of data production and dissemination are highly desirable.

The research program in health and retirement is anchored by the Health and Retirement Study (HRS), a global leader in innovative multi-disciplinary survey research.

Applicants must possess a Doctorate degree in Economics or a related field.

Comprehensive information about the position, rank criteria, job responsibilities and application instructions are available at the Interfolio link provided below. All applicants must submit their applications to Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/157497. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until suitable candidates are identified.
 
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. Women and those from groups who are underrepresented in the sciences are particularly encouraged to apply.

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.

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.