How to Apply

In order to be considered for a UROP or FCERP position, you must satisfy all the requirements listed below. Interested applicants can apply online at www.careers.umich.edu

*NOTE: You do NOT need to submit a resume*

Job Summary

The Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program (UROP) provides students an opportunity to work as research assistants on faculty-generated projects. UROP awards students stipends of up to $1000 are available during the Fall funding cycle. Students are paid bi-weekly, at $15/hr. Student assistants report directly to the faculty mentor on pre-approved research projects. If available, work-study funding and/or faculty supplemental funding (grants, department funding, etc) may also be used to fund UROP projects.

The Flint Community-Engaged Research Program (FCERP) operates in a similar manner to UROP, except students are placed with community members in Flint and the surrounding areas.

Required Qualifications*

***READ THIS BEFORE APPLYING***

Job offers for this application will ONLY be given to UM-Flint undergraduate students who have successfully applied to a project via InfoReady ( https://umflint.infoready4.com/#urop) AND have been accepted to the project by the faculty project sponsor. The last day to apply for a Winter UROP and FCERP placement on InfoReady is Friday, January 31, 2025.

Additionally, qualified applicants are REQUIRED to do the following:

1. Participate in a virtual UROP/FCERP info session
2. Apply online to this job posting at http://careers.umich.edu/
3. Obtain certification in the Responsible Conduct of Research & Scholarship Training module in PEERRS
4. Complete the Sexual Harassment and Misconduct training module
5. Complete All HR requirements including the Go Blue New Student Orientation, the I-9 process, and background check consent.
6. (Once placed on a project) Submit a progress report via InfoReady after the term is completed.

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.

Additional Information

University of Michigan-Flint - Plan for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The University of Michigan-Flint's DEI plan can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/dei/?

The University of Michigan-Flint exhibits its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through enacting fair practices, policies, and procedures particularly in support of the equitable participation of the historically underserved. UM-Flint recognizes the value of diversity in our efforts to provide equitable access and opportunities to all regardless of individual identities in support of a climate where everyone feels a sense of belonging, community, and agency.

Diversity is a core value at University of Michigan-Flint. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. The University of Michigan-Flint 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 offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning for the purpose of becoming global citizens in a connected world.

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 will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

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.

Application Deadline

This posting is for the Fall term of UROP and FCERP only. Stipends will be awarded on a first come, first serve basis.

The deadline to apply for a UROP/FCERP placement on InfoReady is Friday, January 31, 2025. If selected, the last day to apply to this term's posting is Friday, March 28, 2025.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

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