Remote Digital Ethnography for LGBTQ+ Safety

University of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Michigan is seeking a project manager to lead a research collaboration with Google on how LGBTQ+ survivors of intimate partner violence seek help online. The role combines digital ethnography and participatory design to understand needs and ideate solutions that improve digital safety.

You will translate research plans into timelines, manage materials, and coordinate a diverse team to publish actionable guidelines and materials.

Qualifications

• Experience leading digital ethnography from design to publication.
• Qualitative research experience; participatory design and/or interviewing preferred.
• Experience working with marginalized groups, ideally LGBTQ+ populations.
• Knowledge of research and practice on supporting survivors of intimate partner violence or similar topics.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently with limited guidance.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with IRB processes and materials.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute a study combining digital ethnography and participatory design.
• Turn high-level research plans into detailed project timelines, milestones, and tasks.
• Provide regular status reports demonstrating timely completion of tasks and project progress.
• Identify risks and barriers and work with the study team to find solutions.
• Manage research materials such as protocols, qualitative data, and manuscript drafts.
• Manage relationships with collaborators through timely and professional communication.
• Coordinate meetings and generate agendas to seek input and facilitate decision-making.
• Manage project scope to move the work toward tangible outcomes and publication.

Skills

Digital ethnography

Qualitative research

Participatory design

LGBTQ+ populations

IRB processes

Written and oral communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Job description

The University of Michigan is seeking a project manager to lead a research collaboration with Google on how LGBTQ+ survivors of intimate partner violence seek help online. The role combines digital ethnography and participatory design to understand needs and ideate solutions that improve digital safety.

You will translate research plans into timelines, manage materials, and coordinate a diverse team to publish actionable guidelines and materials.