Research Associate

Work location: Hybrid 

Employment basis: Full-time 

Experience level: Entry-level, 0–2 years of research experience, including coursework, internships, or research assistant roles

Education level: Bachelor's degree in public health, health administration, economics, sociology, statistics, psychology, or a related field

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Purpose of Position:

Support the full life cycle of our research, from collecting and analyzing data to writing findings people act on. You'll work on workforce data, our Index reports, help conduct surveys and interviews with employers and educators, and contribute to grant proposals that fund our work.

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Duties and Responsibilities:

• Workforce data analysis and Index reports

  • Gather, clean, and analyze labor market, occupational, and education data from public and partner sources

  • Build tables, charts, and summaries for Index reports and data briefs

  • Check data quality, document sources, and methods

• Surveys and qualitative research

  • Help develop survey instruments and interview guides

  • Schedule and support employer interviews and focus groups, including note-taking

  • Code and summarize open-ended responses and interview themes

• Grant writing

  • Research funding opportunities, including tracking deadlines and requirements

  • Draft sections of proposals, such as background, need statements, and evaluation plans

  • Gather data and supporting materials for applications and funder reports

• Reporting and collaboration

  • Write clear, neutral summaries of findings for different audiences

  • Prepare presentation materials for partners and internal teams

  • Collaborate with program staff across MHC to apply research to their work

 

Qualifications: 

The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Bachelor's degree in public health, health administration, economics, sociology, statistics, psychology, or a related field

• 0–2 years of research experience, including coursework, internships, or research assistant roles

• Working knowledge of Excel or Google Sheets (pivot tables, formulas, basic charts)

• Clear, concise writing and close attention to detail

• Ability to manage several projects and deadlines while working remotely

Preferred:

• Experience with a statistical or data tool such as R, Python, SPSS, Stata, or Tableau

• Exposure to survey platforms such as Qualtrics or SurveyMonkey

• Experience coding qualitative data or supporting interviews or focus groups

• Any grant writing or proposal experience

• Interest in healthcare, workforce development, or education

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Additional Details:

Work Hours:  Normal work hours are 8 AM to 5 PM ET

Benefits: The Michigan Health Council offers competitive benefits

• Paid time off (PTO), Sick leave, and Holidays

• 403b Pension Plan

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Disability Plan

• Health Saving/Flex Spending Plan

 

How to Apply

Please apply at indeed.com/job/research-associate