Temp-Casual Employee

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); Presencial; USD 34 000 - 49 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

The University of Minnesota seeks a lab assistant to support ongoing research. You will follow scheduled lab hours, assist the supervisor and fellow researchers, and attend required meetings and trainings.

You will record data accurately on paper and electronic forms, help maintain equipment and prepare cell-culture media as needed. A Bachelor’s degree is required, with preferred experience in laboratory research. The position is 14 hours per week for one year.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Prior experience in laboratory research is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Follow scheduled work hours to assist the supervisor and other lab members with their lab work.
• Provide feedback and support to fellow researchers and contribute to a positive research environment.
• Attend all lab meetings and required trainings.
• Record all data and results in paper and electronic forms with accuracy.
• Assist with cleaning and maintaining lab equipment and preparing cell-culture media as needed.

Conhecimentos

lab teamwork

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Position Responsibilities

• Follow scheduled work hours as determined by your lab supervisor to assist the supervisor and other lab members with their lab work.
• Provide constructive feedback and support to fellow (junior) researchers and contribute to a positive and productive research environment.
• Attend all lab meetings and any required training sessions scheduled by the supervisor.
• Record all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy.
• Whenever possible and necessary, assist with cleaning and maintaining lab equipment in working order, cell-culture media preparation, cleaning/sterilizing lab supplies.

This list is anticipatory of your job description and assigned duties, is not comprehensive, and may change based on the operational needs of our laboratory or may include other duties as assigned. You may ask your supervisor for clarification or discussion of your duties at any time.

Anticipated Schedule

• 14 hours/week
• Duration is one year

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in laboratory research

Pay And Benefits

• Pay Rate: $ 30/hr
• 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), 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.