Research assistant Job at University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN

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  • University of Minnesota
  • Minneapolis, MN

Job Description

Apply for Job Job ID370251 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilySupplemental Employee Full/Part TimePart-Time Regular/TemporaryTemporary Job Code0001 Employee ClassCivil Service Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job The Roy Wilkins Center seeks a research assistant to assist with its research on quantitative analyses of racial and ethnic economic inequality. The position will be supervised by Dr. Samuel L. Myers, Jr. The position is for 10 hours per week, for approximately 4 months. The research assistant is expected to work with the research teams at the Roy Wilkins Center and contribute to existing research projects on drowning disparities, health inequities, and cannabis business ownership racial disparities. Primary tasks include investigating and gathering data from online databases and relevant literature, validating data, and contributing to internal and external research reports. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications -Bachelor's degree in economics -Experience with econometric tools of analysis -Programming experience preferred: SAS, R, STATA and Python -Eligibility for certification using restricted CDC data sets -Experience conducting public policy research Preferred Qualifications -Research interests related to social justice and disparate impacts of public policy -Cross-cultural competency and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups of people -Creativity, enthusiasm, positive attitude, and ability to work effectively as part of a team -Ability to work quickly and efficiently, manage deadlines, and pick up new skills and areas of expertise -Familiarity with the social justice goals of the Roy Wilkins Center Pay and Benefits Pay Range: $20.00 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. How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647. Diversity 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 the U of M 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 the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022). 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 varyingidentities 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:

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