What are the responsibilities and job description for the Asst. in Research (UROP) - FALL 2026 (STUDENT/WORK STUDY) position at University of Michigan-Flint School of Management?
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How to Apply
In order to be considered for a UROP 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 per term; paid bi-weekly at $18/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.
Required Qualifications*
Additionally, Qualified Applicants Are REQUIRED To Do The Following
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.
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
Temp 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 any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
Application Deadline
This posting is for the Fall, 2026 term of UROP only. Stipends will be awarded on a first come, first serve basis.
The deadline to apply for a UROP placement on InfoReady is Friday, October 2, 2026. If selected to a project, the last day to apply to this posting is Friday, December 4, 2026.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
283160
Working Title
Asst. in Research (UROP) - FALL 2026 (STUDENT/WORK STUDY)
Job Title
ASST IN RESEARCH (TEMP)
Work Location
Flint Campus
Flint, MI
Modes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Part-Time
Regular/Temporary
Temporary
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Organizational Group
Flint Chancellor Off
Department
Flint Office of Research
Posting Begin/End Date
9/16/2026 - 12/04/2026
Salary
$18.00 - $18.00
Career Interest
Research
Temporary Job Opening
How to Apply
In order to be considered for a UROP 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 per term; paid bi-weekly at $18/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.
Required Qualifications*
- READ THIS BEFORE APPLYING***
Additionally, Qualified Applicants Are REQUIRED To Do The Following
- Participate in an introductory UROP informational session online
- Apply online to this job posting at http://careers.umich.edu/
- Obtain certification in the Responsible Conduct of Research & Scholarship Training module in PEERRS
- Complete All HR requirements including the Go Blue New Student Orientation, the I-9 process, and background check consent.
- Complete the Sexual Harassment and Misconduct training module
- Complete Cybersecurity and Data Protection training module
- (Once placed on a project) Submit a progress report via InfoReady after the term is completed.
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.
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
Temp 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 any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
Application Deadline
This posting is for the Fall, 2026 term of UROP only. Stipends will be awarded on a first come, first serve basis.
The deadline to apply for a UROP placement on InfoReady is Friday, October 2, 2026. If selected to a project, the last day to apply to this posting is Friday, December 4, 2026.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
283160
Working Title
Asst. in Research (UROP) - FALL 2026 (STUDENT/WORK STUDY)
Job Title
ASST IN RESEARCH (TEMP)
Work Location
Flint Campus
Flint, MI
Modes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Part-Time
Regular/Temporary
Temporary
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Organizational Group
Flint Chancellor Off
Department
Flint Office of Research
Posting Begin/End Date
9/16/2026 - 12/04/2026
Salary
$18.00 - $18.00
Career Interest
Research
Temporary Job Opening
Salary : $18