University of Michigan

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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
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.

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.