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Job Summary

The Survey Research Center (SRC) Health and Retirement Study (HRS) at the Institute for Social Research (ISR) is looking for a bilingual survey instrument tester. The HRS is a longitudinal national survey of more than 20,000 people and focuses on the health and economics of aging and retirement.

Reporting to the Instrument Testing Coordinator, you will conduct survey instrument testing, and translation in both English and Spanish languages. You will work in a team environment that allows for both independent and collaborative work.

Responsibilities*If you join our team, you will:Conduct systematic Computer Assisted Interview (CAI) survey instrument testingIdentify and document program errors and changes in the instrumentProvide translation, proofing, and editing of questionnaires, respondent newsletters, letters, brochures, and consent formsTranslate interviewer and respondent comments from Spanish to EnglishMaintain comprehensive testing protocols and support materialsPrepare questionnaire documentation for internal review board submission, project staff use, and distribution to the research communityRequired Qualifications*Bachelor's degree in social sciences or related field with experience in survey research, or equivalent combination of education and experienceFluency in English and Spanish languages, including highly developed language comprehension ability in both languagesPrior translation experience that includes attention to cultural nuances and adapting content for target audiencesOne or more years of progressively responsible experience in survey research or related areaProficiency using standard office and relational database softwareExperience completing assignments on deadlineExperience composing basic instructions, memos, documents, and manualsWork Locations

You will be on-site in Ann Arbor, MI during your training period, after which there is potential for flexible scheduling and remote opportunities available within our overall SRC policies.

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.

Additional Information

The Institute for Social Research (ISR) wants to create a community of respect and authentic collaboration by recruiting and retaining individuals that represent a variety of voices as a reflection of our commitment to serve the 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.

The University of Michigan 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 offA retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting upon meeting eligibility requirementsMany choices for comprehensive health insurance, including vision and dental optionsLife insuranceLong-term disability coverageFamily leaveFlexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expensesBackground 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

Job openings are posted for at least fourteen calendar days. We may begin the review and selection process as early as the fifteenth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.