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Data Consultant roles in analytics, business intelligence, and data strategy qualify for STEM OPT when your degree falls under an approved CIP code. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to hire you, and the 24-month STEM extension gives you up to 36 months total to build your U.S. consulting career.
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A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Who We Are
Consulting for Statistics, Computing, and Analytics Research (CSCAR @ ISR) is a service unit within the University of Michigan's Institute for Social Research, with service spokes located in the Statistics Department within LSA and the Department of Biostatistics within the School of Public Health. CSCAR @ ISR supports U-M researchers in their work involving research design, data analysis, and research dissemination. CSCAR @ ISR consultants work directly with investigators, including faculty, students, and staff, who are engaged in all areas of research conducted at the University of Michigan. CSCAR @ ISR seeks a Statistical and Data Science Consultant to serve as a member of its core staff within the Department of Biostatistics at the School of Public Health. The individual will collaborate closely with U-M researchers on challenging and innovative research questions, with a particular focus on public health, biomedical research, bioinformatics, and working with other health-related data.
Job Summary
The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator with advanced statistical training and computing expertise, holding a graduate degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Data Science, Survey Methodology, or Applied Mathematics. CSCAR @ ISR consultants frequently encounter analytic challenges that require non-standard methods or the development of new statistical methods. Thus, a solid grounding in advanced statistical theory and evidence of creative statistical insight are essential. The work may require innovative analysis and computation involving data that exhibit complex and unconventional structures. Thus, a consultant should have facility with a variety of computational tools, including fluent data programming skills and an understanding of numerical algorithms used in data modeling and analysis. CSCAR @ ISR consultants must be capable of managing multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously, and should be able to set and meet goals with minimal supervision.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate closely with University of Michigan (U-M) researchers, including provision of analysis on externally or internally funded research projects.
- Hold one-on-one consulting appointments with U-M researchers.
- Serve as an instructor for workshops in a classroom setting, and develop workshop materials.
- Respond to questions sent to CSCAR @ ISR via email.
- Conduct statistical analyses for CSCAR @ ISR clients.
- Participate in regular CSCAR @ ISR team meetings.
- Mentor and supervise graduate students working at CSCAR @ ISR.
Required Qualifications
- A graduate degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Data Science, Survey Methodology, or Mathematics.
- Training and demonstrated experience in public health research, biomedical research, bioinformatics, and working with health-related data (including genetic data and biosocial databases).
- A solid foundation in the theory of statistical data analysis.
- Teaching and consulting experience at the university level.
- Excellent computing skills, including facility with two or more computing environments commonly used for data analysis (e.g. SAS, SPSS, R, Julia, Stata, Matlab), programming experience in one or more common programming languages (e.g. C or Python), and facility with advanced computing environments, including clusters and distributed data and computing infrastructure.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate advanced technical concepts clearly and effectively via oral presentations and peer-reviewed manuscripts.
- Strong background and interest in research design, and an interest in the broader goals of research in diverse fields.
- A positive attitude toward continuously learning new skills.
- A positive attitude toward helping researchers meet their goals.
Why Work at Michigan?
Benefits at the University of Michigan
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and any eligible family members, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
- Generous time off
- A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting upon meeting eligibility requirements
- Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Learn more about U-M benefits.
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 Locations
This position will be fully onsite at the University of Michigan offices in Ann Arbor, embedded within the School of Public Health's Department of Biostatistics, Monday - Friday.
Additional Information
The statements included in this description are intended to reflect the general nature and level of work assigned to this classification and should not be interpreted as all-inclusive.
The Institute for Social Research (ISR) at the University of Michigan seeks to create a community of respect and authentic collaboration by recruiting and retaining individuals that represent a variety of voices as a reflection of our commitment to serve the people of Michigan, to maintain the excellence of the university, and to ground our research in varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning.
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 are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Institute for Social Research job openings are posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. Candidates will be evaluated based on qualifications and interest areas.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Job Opening ID
276832
Working Title
Statistical and Data Science Consultant - Biostatistics
Job Title
Statistician Senior
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Inst Soc Research
Department
CSCAR-Biostatistics
Posting Begin/End Date
5/04/2026 - 5/18/2026
Salary
$70,000.00 - $95,000.00
Career Interest
Research
How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Who We Are
Consulting for Statistics, Computing, and Analytics Research (CSCAR @ ISR) is a service unit within the University of Michigan's Institute for Social Research, with service spokes located in the Statistics Department within LSA and the Department of Biostatistics within the School of Public Health. CSCAR @ ISR supports U-M researchers in their work involving research design, data analysis, and research dissemination. CSCAR @ ISR consultants work directly with investigators, including faculty, students, and staff, who are engaged in all areas of research conducted at the University of Michigan. CSCAR @ ISR seeks a Statistical and Data Science Consultant to serve as a member of its core staff within the Department of Biostatistics at the School of Public Health. The individual will collaborate closely with U-M researchers on challenging and innovative research questions, with a particular focus on public health, biomedical research, bioinformatics, and working with other health-related data.
Job Summary
The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator with advanced statistical training and computing expertise, holding a graduate degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Data Science, Survey Methodology, or Applied Mathematics. CSCAR @ ISR consultants frequently encounter analytic challenges that require non-standard methods or the development of new statistical methods. Thus, a solid grounding in advanced statistical theory and evidence of creative statistical insight are essential. The work may require innovative analysis and computation involving data that exhibit complex and unconventional structures. Thus, a consultant should have facility with a variety of computational tools, including fluent data programming skills and an understanding of numerical algorithms used in data modeling and analysis. CSCAR @ ISR consultants must be capable of managing multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously, and should be able to set and meet goals with minimal supervision.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate closely with University of Michigan (U-M) researchers, including provision of analysis on externally or internally funded research projects.
- Hold one-on-one consulting appointments with U-M researchers.
- Serve as an instructor for workshops in a classroom setting, and develop workshop materials.
- Respond to questions sent to CSCAR @ ISR via email.
- Conduct statistical analyses for CSCAR @ ISR clients.
- Participate in regular CSCAR @ ISR team meetings.
- Mentor and supervise graduate students working at CSCAR @ ISR.
Required Qualifications
- A graduate degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Data Science, Survey Methodology, or Mathematics.
- Training and demonstrated experience in public health research, biomedical research, bioinformatics, and working with health-related data (including genetic data and biosocial databases).
- A solid foundation in the theory of statistical data analysis.
- Teaching and consulting experience at the university level.
- Excellent computing skills, including facility with two or more computing environments commonly used for data analysis (e.g. SAS, SPSS, R, Julia, Stata, Matlab), programming experience in one or more common programming languages (e.g. C or Python), and facility with advanced computing environments, including clusters and distributed data and computing infrastructure.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate advanced technical concepts clearly and effectively via oral presentations and peer-reviewed manuscripts.
- Strong background and interest in research design, and an interest in the broader goals of research in diverse fields.
- A positive attitude toward continuously learning new skills.
- A positive attitude toward helping researchers meet their goals.
Why Work at Michigan?
Benefits at the University of Michigan
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and any eligible family members, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
- Generous time off
- A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting upon meeting eligibility requirements
- Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Learn more about U-M benefits.
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 Locations
This position will be fully onsite at the University of Michigan offices in Ann Arbor, embedded within the School of Public Health's Department of Biostatistics, Monday - Friday.
Additional Information
The statements included in this description are intended to reflect the general nature and level of work assigned to this classification and should not be interpreted as all-inclusive.
The Institute for Social Research (ISR) at the University of Michigan seeks to create a community of respect and authentic collaboration by recruiting and retaining individuals that represent a variety of voices as a reflection of our commitment to serve the people of Michigan, to maintain the excellence of the university, and to ground our research in varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning.
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 are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Institute for Social Research job openings are posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. Candidates will be evaluated based on qualifications and interest areas.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Job Opening ID
276832
Working Title
Statistical and Data Science Consultant - Biostatistics
Job Title
Statistician Senior
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Inst Soc Research
Department
CSCAR-Biostatistics
Posting Begin/End Date
5/04/2026 - 5/18/2026
Salary
$70,000.00 - $95,000.00
Career Interest
Research
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Data Consultant
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the DHS STEM OPT designated degree program list. Statistics, computer science, information science, and applied mathematics codes commonly support Data Consultant roles, but management information systems codes vary by institution.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask your recruiter for the employer's E-Verify Company ID number before signing anything. Consulting firms that staff you to client sites must themselves be E-Verify enrolled, not just the end client, since they're your employer of record.
Target consulting firms with active STEM OPT track records
Use Migrate Mate to filter Data Consultant openings by employers with verified STEM OPT hiring history. Firms that have filed training plans before move faster through onboarding and already understand the I-983 requirements.
Build your I-983 training plan around billable deliverables
Your I-983 must map each learning objective to a concrete project outcome, not generic skills. For Data Consultant roles, tie objectives to specific deliverables like dashboard builds, data pipeline development, or client-facing analytical reports your employer can track.
Research prevailing wages using OFLC Wage Search
Pull the wage level for your SOC code and work location using OFLC Wage Search before negotiating. Consulting firms billing clients at high rates sometimes offer below-prevailing wages to STEM OPT hires who don't verify the DOL benchmark first.
File your STEM OPT extension at least 90 days early
Submit your I-765 extension application at least 90 days before your initial OPT end date. USCIS processes these applications within 90 days in most cases, and timely filing lets you keep working during the cap-gap period if your authorization expires first.
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Find Data Consultant JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does a Data Consultant role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. Your degree's CIP code must appear on the DHS STEM OPT designated degree program list. Degrees in statistics, computer science, information science, applied mathematics, or engineering typically qualify. The role itself doesn't need to be classified as STEM, but your academic credential does. Confirm eligibility with your DSO before applying.
Does my employer have to be E-Verify enrolled for STEM OPT Data Consultant jobs?
Yes, E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement, not optional. If you work at a consulting firm that places you with clients, the consulting firm must be E-Verify enrolled since they're your legal employer. The end client's enrollment status doesn't satisfy the requirement. You can confirm your employer's enrollment status by asking for their E-Verify Company ID before accepting an offer.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Data Consultant position?
Your I-983 must describe specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree and show how the Data Consultant role advances those goals. It should name concrete project types, tools, and outcomes, such as developing data models, producing analytical reports, or building dashboards. Generic language about developing professional skills won't satisfy USCIS review. Your employer and DSO both sign the plan, and you update it if your role or responsibilities change significantly.
How does cap-gap work if my OPT ends while I'm working as a Data Consultant?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your OPT expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year. You can continue working as a Data Consultant during this period without interruption. USCIS confirms cap-gap coverage on your updated I-20. If you're not selected or your employer doesn't file, your authorization ends when your OPT EAD expires.
Where can I find Data Consultant jobs that accept STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate filters Data Consultant openings by employers with active E-Verify enrollment and STEM OPT hiring history, so you're not spending time applying to firms that won't work with your status. Firms already familiar with the I-983 process and training plan requirements move significantly faster through onboarding than those encountering STEM OPT for the first time.
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