RESEARCH ASST I (Student/Work Study)

University of Michigan

University of Michigan

Flint, MI, USA
Posted on Dec 17, 2025
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Job Summary

Seeking a part-time research assistant to join a CIT/CHS funded research project aiming to modify ride-on battery-powered cars for children with disabilities. The project will explore the impact of this project on students' perspectives, faculty and student involvement, and the influence of community support on families.

Responsibilities*

  • Adapt the ride-on battery-powered cars and other related toys
  • Organize the lab's resources
  • Schedule and attend meetings
  • Document the activities
  • Assist with qualitative data analysis
  • Other associated tasks

Required Qualifications*

  • Must be a current University of Michigan-Flint undergraduate student in good academic standing
  • Proficient in the Microsoft Suite
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Advanced organization skills
  • Comfortable interacting with children, educators, and subject matter experts
  • Willingness to learn new tasks

Desired Qualifications*

Teamwork, communication and time management skills.

Modes of Work

Hybrid
The work requirements allow both onsite and offsite work and an employee has an expected recurring onsite presence. On occasion, the employee may be required and must be available to work onsite more frequently if necessitated by unit leadership or their designee and/or the job requirements.

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.

Background Screening

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Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of three calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the fourth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

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The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.