Research Assistant
Mayo Clinic
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**Benefits Highlights**
+ Medical: Multiple plan options.
+ Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
+ Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
+ Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
+ Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
**Responsibilities**
Performs various support functions in research laboratory using proper procedures to avoid the risk of laboratory-acquired infection or sample-to-sample contamination. Maintains and cleans equipment and the facility; maintains and restocks supplies; and maintains computer database. Works under direct supervision. Attention to detail is essential while dealing with multiple tasks. Flexibility is important in adjusting to frequent changes in work volume.
**Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This position is not eligible for F-1 OPT STEM extension.**
**Additional Information** :
Position overview: This position is within the research lab of Dr. Diane Ehlers, which focuses on exercise and health outcomes in individuals with a history of cancer. The research assistant contributes to the lab’s clinical research studies. Job duties include: completing all required training and competency testing; administration of graded exercise tests (after completing training); assisting with data collection, entry, and management in the lab’s active studies; working with other team members to ensure daily operations of the lab; and performing other miscellaneous duties as assigned. Highly motivated individuals may also have opportunities to contribute to the lab’s dissemination activities, including academic and community presentations and scientific manuscripts. The research assistant will receive supervision and direction from senior lab members and the primary investigator. The position is designed for individuals interested in receiving clinical research experience in lifestyle behaviors, neuroscience, and/or cancer survivorship. This is a part-time position that may require some nights and weekend availability.
**Qualifications**
Requires a high school diploma with coursework in mathematics and relevant sciences. Must have previous work experience that demonstrates organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task. Requires manual dexterity, accurate typing, and good communication skills. Must be able to prioritize and adjust to changes in work volume.
**Additional Preferred Experience and Qualifications:**
Junior or Senior undergraduate status or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as exercise science, kinesiology, public health, neuroscience, or psychology. In addition to required skills, individuals who are self-motivated and work well in team settings are preferred
**Exemption Status**
Nonexempt
**Compensation Detail**
Non-Exempt: $17.20 - $22.89 / hr
**Benefits Eligible**
No
**Schedule**
Part Time
**Hours/Pay Period**
Supplemental/PRN; as needed based on staffing
**Schedule Details**
Monday - Friday (During Standard Business Hours. Occasional Nights as Needed)
**Weekend Schedule**
Occasional, as needed.
**International Assignment**
No
**Site Description**
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)
**Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer**
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
**Recruiter**
Matt Burdick
**Equal opportunity**
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
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