CECS Career Outcomes Research Assistant

University of Michigan; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Michigan-Dearborn CECS Career Success Hub seeks two current CECS graduate students to support a short-term career outcomes research and data project. Research Assistants will research employment and graduate education outcomes for non-respondents, document findings, and help prepare the annual CECS outcomes dataset.

Responsibilities include targeted LinkedIn research, documenting details, evaluating source credibility, and updating the outcomes dataset within a structured QA

Qualifications

• Must be a current CECS graduate student at the University of Michigan-Dearborn.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation.
• Ability to conduct online research and evaluate credibility of sources.
• Organize information and follow established data entry procedures.
• Work independently, manage time effectively, meet deadlines.
• Handle potentially sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
• Experience with research, data collection, or information management is a plus.
• Familiarity with LinkedIn and public information sources is desirable.
• Experience with Excel or Google Sheets and data cleaning or analysis is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct targeted research using LinkedIn and public sources to identify employment or education outcomes for non-respondents.
• Document findings with employer/educational institution, location, source, date reviewed, and confidence level.
• Evaluate credibility and distinguish confirmed vs uncertain findings.
• Conduct outreach to request replies when additional confirmation is needed.
• Update the outcomes dataset with verified information following QA procedures.
• Flag unusual or unclear cases for review by the CECS Career Success Hub.
• Assist with basic data cleaning, analysis, and preparation of the annual dataset.

Skills

Research

Data collection

Data verification

Information management

Online research

Confidentiality

Time management

Independent work

Education

CECS graduate student at Univ. of Michigan-Dearborn

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Job Summary

The University of Michigan-Dearborn College of Engineering and Computer Science (CECS) Career Success Hub seeks two current CECS graduate students to support a short-term career outcomes research and data project.

Research Assistants will research employment and graduate education outcomes for individuals who have not responded to the outcomes survey, document and verify findings, and support preparation of the annual CECS outcomes dataset for a time-limited project.

Responsibilities*

• Conduct targeted research using LinkedIn and other appropriate public sources to identify employment or graduate education information for survey non-respondents.
• Document findings, including employer or educational institution, position or program, location, source, date reviewed, and confidence level.
• Evaluate source credibility and distinguish confirmed information from uncertain findings.
• Conduct targeted outreach to request replies when additional confirmation is needed.
• Update the CECS outcomes dataset with verified information, following established documentation and quality-control procedures.
• Flag unusual, conflicting, or unclear cases for review by the Career Success Hub.
• Support basic data cleaning, analysis, and preparation of the annual outcomes dataset.
• Perform other project-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications*

• Must be a current CECS graduate student at the University of Michigan-Dearborn.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate, consistent documentation.
• Ability to conduct online research and evaluate the credibility of information sources.
• Ability to organize information and follow established procedures for data entry and quality control.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet project deadlines.
• Ability to handle potentially sensitive information responsibly and maintain confidentiality.

Desired Qualifications*

• Experience with research, data collection, data verification, or information management.
• Familiarity with LinkedIn and other professional or public information sources.
• Experience with Excel, Google Sheets, or similar spreadsheet tools.
• Experience with data cleaning, basic data analysis, or reporting.
• Strong judgment in assessing source reliability and distinguishing confirmed information from uncertain findings.

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 the work modes .

Work Schedule

Approximately 7- 8 hours per week for eight working weeks, with anticipated appointment dates of December 1, 2026 - February 9, 2027. No work is expected over winter break. Dates may be adjusted based on hiring timelines and student availability.

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E-Verify

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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.