Job Description

How to Apply

A one-page cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. (Applications without cover letters will not be considered.)

Job Summary

The Inter-university Consortium for Political and Social Research (ICPSR), a center within the Institute for Social Research at the University of Michigan, is seeking a Membership Development Director to engage with the over 800 member institutions in the ICPSR, to execute recruitment strategies to garner new member institutions, and to explore new data products and services that will excite and delight the Consortium.

Responsibilities*

Under supervision of the Director of Membership & Communication Unit, the primary responsibility will be to establish and execute recruitment strategies to acquire new Consortium members and to develop, plan, and implement marketing and communications strategies and events to engage, inform, and sustain current ICPSR members and data users. Primary responsibilities include:

This position is well suited for an individual who is a self-starter, enjoys engaging with the public, creative yet analytical, thrives on meeting short- and long-term deadlines, enjoys variety and managing multiple initiatives simultaneously, requires minimal supervision, and importantly, likes to solve problems to assist people (externally and internally), and to have fun.

Required Qualifications*

Desired Qualifications*

Work Locations

Ann Arbor; onsite/remote

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) 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.

Benefits at the University of Michigan

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, U-M 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 off; retirement plan with two-for-one matching contributions after the first year; many choices for comprehensive health insurance; life insurance; long-term disability coverage; and flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses. Learn more about U-M benefits.

Background 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 a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth 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/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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