Casual Nonexempt - Temporary Research Assistant

University of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is seeking a part-time lab assistant to support ongoing experiments in biology labs. The role involves assisting with protein purification, preparing samples, and basic molecular biology tasks in a casual, low-hour setting.

Duties include autoclaving, washing dishes, and helping other lab members as needed. Pay ranges from $15.25 to $21 per hour, dependent on education and experience, with a maximum of 14 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate with basic skill in biology or BA in biology.
• Experience with wet lab work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ongoing experiments including protein purification and preparation.
• Perform basic molecular biology tasks and equipment maintenance.
• Autoclave and wash dishes; support lab members as needed.

Education

Undergraduate in biology or BA in biology

Job description

Job ID: 376651

Location: Twin Cities

Job Family: Supplemental Employee

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job Code: 0005

Employee Class: Civil Service

Job Description

Help with ongoing experiments involving protein purification, preparing proteins, and molecular biology. Autoclaving, washing dishes and helping other lab members as needed. Casual position - no more than 14 hours per week

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate with basic skill in biology or BA in biology

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with wet lab work

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $15.25 - $21.00 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

• Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.