Research Assistant

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 17,331 - 24,684; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Retirement plan options

Job summary

The Research Assistant at the University of Minnesota will support a Grant‑in‑Aid research project by assisting with qualitative data cleaning, organization, coding, literature reviews, and other research activities that contribute to data analysis and manuscript preparation.

The position requires approximately 5 hours per week and offers hands‑on experience in qualitative research methods, data management, and scholarly writing.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to advocating for an inclusive environment for all backgrounds and identities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with people from a variety of communities, backgrounds, and identities.
• Evidence of attention to diverse identities in teaching or professional experience, and the commitment to support the University's work in diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to develop and deliver courses in ways that effectively account for a variety of diverse backgrounds, communities, identities, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with qualitative data cleaning, organization, coding, literature reviews, and other research activities that contribute to data analysis and manuscript preparation.

Skills

Inclusive environment

Collaboration

DEI commitment

Course delivery

Job description

About the Job

The Research Assistant will support a Grant-in-Aid research project by assisting with qualitative data cleaning, organization, coding, literature reviews, and other research activities that contribute to data analysis and manuscript preparation. The position requires approximately 5 hours per week and offers hands‑on experience in qualitative research methods, data management, and scholarly writing.

The University of Minnesota encourages a healthy work life balance for employees. CEHD is committed to an excellent employee experience, offering a flexible work environment that meets the needs of students, staff, faculty, and the communities we serve. Flexible work arrangements may include flexibility in schedule and/or work location. Please note that 100% remote work requires approval prior to offer.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with qualitative data cleaning, organization, coding, literature reviews, and other research activities that contribute to data analysis and manuscript preparation.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated commitment to advocating for an inclusive environment for all backgrounds and identities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with people from a variety of communities, backgrounds, and identities.
• Evidence of attention to diverse identities in teaching or professional experience, and the commitment to support the University's work in diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to develop and deliver courses in ways that effectively account for a variety of diverse backgrounds, communities, identities, and abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to work and handle large qualitative data sets.

About the Department

The Department of Family Social Science (FSoS) prepares students to use research to discover and apply knowledge, build interpersonal communication skills, and develop personally and professionally. Considered one of the premier family departments in the United States and globally, our history reaches back to the very first classes taught at the University of Minnesota in 1884. We are leaders in community-based participatory research to develop community-based programs and educational models. We are dedicated to increasing equity, diversity, and inclusion across our academic programs, within our faculty, and in teaching and learning, research, outreach and engagement, and clinical practice.

The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), the University's third largest college, contributes to a just and sustainable future through engagement with the local and global communities to enhance human learning and development at all stages of life. We know diversity is necessary to do our best work and foster our humanity. That's why the CEHD community is collectively dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and equitable environment, embracing and celebrating all identities of our students, staff, and faculty. These values are also a moral imperative requiring continuous proactive measures and a firm stance against prejudice, discrimination, and systemic injustice.

Pay and Benefits

• Pay Range: $15.25/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 is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work‑life flexibility.