How to Apply

To apply, in addition to bidding on this position, please send a cover letter and a resume/CV with contact information for 2 – 3 references to Dr. Denise Sekaquaptewa at dsekaqua@umich.edu. Please use the subject line: Sekaquaptewa Lab Manager Inquiry. The position will be open until filled. All candidates will be considered immediately upon receipt of materials.

Summary

Dr. Denise Sekaquaptewa (PI, Stereotyping and Prejudice Research Interest Group) is seeking a part-time Lab Manager/Post-Bac Researcher to join the research team in June/July 2023 (exact start date is negotiable). Students interested in pursuing a Ph.D. in social psychology or other related fields are encouraged to apply.

This position is ideal for a recent (or soon to be) graduate who is interested in strengthening their study design, data analysis, and publishing skills before applying to graduate school in psychology. Ideally, the candidate will also be interested in the topics of (a) implicit bias; (b) social identity threat; (c) stereotyping and prejudice; and (d) the scientific study of diversity issues. For more information, please visit https://sites.google.com/umich.edu/sekaquaptewalab/home.

Should I Apply? Studies show that women, persons of color, and persons from other less socially privileged backgrounds are less likely to apply for positions unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. You are encouraged you to apply if 1) you believe that you have the skills for this position; 2) you meet some of the criteria outlined above, and 3) you are passionate about social psychology and studying intergroup interactions (e.g., interracial interactions, intergender interactions) within the social sciences.

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

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Responsibilities*

The primary responsibilities include:

This position reports to a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Sekaquaptewa Lab. The lab manager will also have the opportunity for contribution to ongoing research projects, leading to the possibility of scientific presentations and publications.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field.

• Experience in an experimental social psychology lab (or related experience).

• Experience working with Institutional Review Board applications (IRBs).

• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Qualtrics, and SPSS.

• Candidates must be organized, conscientious, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.

• Candidates must be good communicators and respond to day-to-day email communication promptly and efficiently.

• Candidates must be committed to successful and respectful collaborative work with a research team.

Additional Information

This is a 1-year term-limited appointment with possible extension contingent on successful performance, availability of work and continuation of funding.

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