Guiding Philosophy
- Strong, impactful social science research requires diverse cadres of scholars who can fully engage in all aspects of the research process.
- The high quality social science at ISR requires teams composed of staff and faculty whose contributions are understood to be equally valuable.
- We believe in a responsibility to share social science research resources broadly with scholars who are members of groups that are underrepresented in academic research.
Resources for the ISR Community
Career Progression at UM
Resources for pursuing professional goals and establishing long-term career growth at UM.
Child and Family Care Resources
UM resources related to childcare, elder care, care for adults and children with disabilities, and other family topics.
Faculty Recruitment Resources
Resources for recruiting, retaining, and promoting well-qualified candidates for faculty positions.
Funding for ICPSR Summer Program
The ICPSR Summer Program provides rigorous and comprehensible training in statistics and data analysis. This funding supports participation in the summer program.
Funding for Summer Institute in Survey Research Techniques
The Summer Institute in Survey Research Techniques provides a broad overview of the field of survey methodology. Funding is available for students who are interested in pursuing graduate school in quantitative social science fields.
Guidelines for Discussing Difficult or High-Stakes Topics
Help with facilitating discussions around difficult, emotionally charged, or controversial issues.
Inclusive Research Matters
ISR is committed to examining the role of inclusion in the research process. This seminar series showcases examples of inclusive research.
Junior Professional Researcher Program
The Junior Professional Researcher Program allows recent college graduates to work full-time as a research associate.
Michigan Caregivers and Student Parents
Resources for students who are caregivers for children and family members.
Professional Development and Trainings
Sharpen skills and expand understanding on a wide range of topics via the Culture Change program at Organizational Learning.
RacismLab
RacismLab is a transdisciplinary research collective that draws doctoral students, post-doctoral fellows, and faculty within ISR together to better understand the impact of racism on health and well-being.
Research Faculty Promotion Guidelines
Information for research faculty and research scientists pursuing tenure and promotion.
Staff Professional Development Fund Honoring Laurie Staples
The fund supports the education and training of staff at ISR by providing financial awards to ISR employees who are pursuing an undergraduate degree or master’s degree from an accredited institution.
UM Culture Journey
The University of Michigan is committed to establishing, supporting and maintaining a culture where all members of the U-M community feel safe and supported. Find out more about community engagement activities and learning and development opportunities.
Visiting Scholars Program
The Visiting Scholars Program provides ISR faculty with funding to host scholars for a one-week visit that introduces them to the ISR scientific and entrepreneurial environment.