Research Professional 1

About the Position

Public Health Research Coordinator

Memory Keepers Medical Discovery Team (MK-MDT) conducts research on dementia and its associated risks and co-morbidities in partnership with Indigenous and rural communities. Our modern facilities have been thoughtfully constructed to foster a team science approach to research and well-being. The MK-MDT investigators and staff work collaboratively with academic and community research partners in the United States and Canada using a community-based participatory research framework. This position will require excellent time management skills.

The Medical School 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. All UMN employees are expected to follow applicable public health and safety procedures.

Reporting to the Principal Investigator (PI), the Research Professional 1 will be responsible for:

Duties/Responsibilities

80%: Research & Scholarly Activities

• Coordinate and schedule meetings and events.
• Assist with event planning activities.
• Assist in the collection of qualitative and quantitative data.
• Manage qualitative and quantitative databases for quality control.
• Assist in the development of surveillance, evaluation, communication, and sustainability plans.
• Assist with scoping and systematic literature reviews.
• Track project evaluation metrics.
• Collaborate with the MK-MDT team on research, policy, and community opportunities that broadly impact dementia and related chronic disease in Indigenous and rural communities.
• Engage in other research and administrative duties as needed.

20%: Public Engagement & Communications

• Assist in writing health information and research findings for public dissemination.
• Assist in public engagement and communications with federal, state, and local government, community organizations, and tribal and rural communities.

All required qualifications must be included in the application materials

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS in biology, chemistry, social science, public health, or similar discipline, or a combination of education and relevant work experience to equal at least four years
• Ability to collect, manage, and analyze quantitative data.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and data privacy rules for the protection of human subjects.
• Experience with scheduling meetings and events.
• Project management skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must have the ability to travel with overnight stays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in social science, public health, nursing, or other health-related discipline.
• Knowledge of marginalized populations, including American Indian/Alaska Natives, rural residents, LGBTQ, and people with disabilities.
• Experience conducting key-informant interviews and focus groups.
• Database management skills.
• Experience developing surveys, interview guides, and research protocols.
• Experience in community outreach, community engagement, and/or research partner development.

Committed to innovation and diversity, the Medical School educates physicians, scientists, and health professionals; generates knowledge and treatments; and cares for patients and communities with compassion and respect. We value excellence, inclusiveness, collaboration, and discovery.

The mission of the regional campus located in Duluth is to be a national leader in improving healthcare access and outcomes in rural Minnesota and American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. In partnership with CentraCare, the regional campus in St. Cloud offers a wide range of patient experiences throughout students' education in Greater Minnesota and prepares them to become exceptional clinicians and leaders for rural and immigrant populations.

Founded in 1888, the University of Minnesota Medical School has three campuses. A four-year MD program and the MD/PhD program are located on the Twin Cities campus in addition to MD programs at regional campuses in Duluth and St. Cloud.

Pay Range: $20.50 - $24.04 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Work Location: In Person

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

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.

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

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.

University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD)

The University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) consistently ranks among the top Midwestern, regional universities in U.S. News and World Report's "America's Best Colleges" issue.

Overlooking Lake Superior, UMD provides an alternative to both large research and small liberal arts environments and attracts students looking for a personalized learning experience on a medium-sized campus of a major university. A firm liberal arts foundation anchors a variety of traditional degree programs, as well as professional and graduate students that draw on UMD's many research institutes and labs.

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).