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Bilingual Literacy Research Assistant

How to Apply

A detailed cover letter is required for consideration when applying for this position and should be uploaded via the UM Careers website as the first page(s) of a single, electronic document of application materials that also includes your CV or resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline your skills and experience that directly relate to the duties described below.

Job Summary

TheBilingual Brain Development (https://sites.lsa.umich.edu/kovelman-lab/bilingual-research/) project requires a Research Assistant to help conduct neuroimaging research with young bilingual Spanish-English and Chinese-English children's language and literacy competence. There are two primary responsibilities. The first is to code children's language production, in Spanish and in English. The second is the use of optical brain imaging, functional Near Infrared Spectroscopy to study child language and brain development as well as student training and oversight in the use of the method. The project thus requires two things. First, it requires native-level proficiency with Spanish and English languages as well as knowledge of linguistics as well as knowledge of digital transcription tools (WISPER, SALT). Second, the project requires proficiency with fNIRS imaging and experience of administering child language assessments are thus highly preferred. This is a time-sensitive project for which we do not provide training and expect the staff to come prepared with the necessary skills.

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, 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 off, including vacation time, sick time, holiday and season days

+ A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting, Many choices for comprehensive health insurance

+ Life insurance

+ Long-term disability coverage

+ Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

In addition, LSA offers:

+ Strong commitment to work/life balance

+ Flexible work arrangements with respect to campus stakeholder needs

+ Enhanced tuition support programs for LSA courses

Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care ? that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.

Responsibilities*

+ Language transcription and coding 20%

+ Participant testing using fNIRS brain imaging 20%

+ Training undergraduate RAs in transcription and coding 20%

+ Training student research assistants in the use of fNIRS and child language testing 20%

+ Help in organizing and scoring experimental data 20%

Required Qualifications*

+ High school diploma or Associate's degree

+ 1 year of research experience

+ Available to work during evening and weekend hours

Desired Qualifications*

+ Bachelor's degree

+ Background in psychology, linguistics, or neuroscience

+ Native-like Spanish and English language proficiency

+ Proficiency with fNIRS neuroimaging

+ Ability to work well with young children and their families

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 thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

Additional Information

The salary range is $31,200 to $34,100. Please note a higher salary may be offered based on equity and the selected candidate's experience. Please note a higher salary may be offered based on equity and the selected candidate's experience.

This is a 12-month term-limited position with the possibility of renewal. The anticipated start date is November 2025.

As one of the world's great liberal arts colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world.

To learn more about LSA's Mission, Vision and Values, please visit lsa.umich.edu/strategicvision .

Background Screening

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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 anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

270186

Working Title

Bilingual Literacy Research Assistant

Job Title

Research Technician Associate

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Part-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Organizational Group

College Of Lsa

Department

LSA Psychology

Posting Begin/End Date

10/24/2025 - 11/07/2025

Salary

$31,200.00 - $34,100.00

Career Interest

Research