Research Associate-Fixed Term

Research Associate-Fixed Term

The research associate will participate in all stages of the project including participant recruitment and retention, quantitative and qualitative data analysis, scholarly article and proposal writing, and planning, implementing, and evaluating educational outreach efforts based on the findings of the research. They will also oversee a detailed transcription process for speech samples and engage in mentoring junior research team members. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, funds for professional development (e.g., methods workshops), and travel funds.

The research associate will be appointed for nine months, with the potential to renew for a second year based on successful performance and funding availability. The postdoctoral research associate will be mentored by Dr. J. Scott Yaruss. Applicants will be selected based on their academic achievement, scholarly productivity, and promise in research.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree:
Doctorate
-Communicative Sciences and Disorders

Minimum Requirements:

• Completion of a PhD.
• The PhD should be attained by the start of the appointment.
• A background in communicative sciences and disorders Experience with transcription of speech samples

Required Application Materials:

• A letter of interest
• A current curriculum vitae
• Contact information for three references.

To apply for this position, please refer to posting #1039035 and complete an electronic submission at the Michigan State University Employment opportunities website, (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Direct questions to: J Scott Yaruss, PhD, jsy

Michigan State University is committed to providing a safe environment for its students, faculty, and staff in support of its educational mission. With this commitment, the University conducts criminal background checks and professional misconduct reviews of all applicants for employment in faculty, academic staff, and executive management searches.

A professional misconduct review is a prerequisite for a candidate to be selected for this position. Applicants will be asked to disclose whether they are subject to any pending investigation, findings or sanctions related to professional misconduct.

Review of Applications Begins On: 05/27/2025

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.