MCC Education Outreach Student

The Masonic Cancer Center (MCC) Education Outreach position offers an undergraduate student (both UMN and non UMN students) pursuing a science education career the opportunity to work with students (primarily high school-aged) to promote their STEM education and career development.

The Office of Education and Training at MCC aims to attract students to cancer research and care by offering a variety of opportunities, including: internships and structured programming to metro area students & teachers, on-campus field trips & lab tours, visits to classrooms & community centers, and exhibitions at large-scale youth-focused events (science fairs, career fairs, Goldy vs. Cancer at the State Fair, family STEM nights, etc.).

At this time we are specifically looking to hire for summer 2025, with the possibility of continuing into the school year in a lighter, more flexible role. For the summer, the Education Outreach position will support the M-ASCEND internship program, an NIH grant-funded program that is a collaboration between MCC and the Program in Health Disparities Research (PHDR). M-ASCEND offers 10 rising high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to work on the UMN-TC campus for eight weeks in the summer. In the program the high school interns conduct a semi-independent scientific investigation and create a research poster to present; attend lectures on public health and cancer biology; learn lab skills, network and tour professional UMN research labs; and build college readiness and professional skills.

The Education Outreach student will support program staff in providing daily programming for the high schoolers Monday-Thursday from 8:30am-3:00pm, in addition to preparation, set up, clean up, and team meetings. Depending on background and interest, example tasks include designing & facilitating the science-focused activities for the interns, supporting students on their research project (including data analysis and poster creation/presentation), mentorship & relationship building, setting up & maintaining a science classroom laboratory, and preparing science materials (mixing reagents, pouring agar plates, etc.). The Education Outreach student will be trained and supported by staff in all tasks. This position is for 30 - 40 hours a week at $15.25/hour. The program runs from June 16th to August 7th; mentors will need to be available beginning early June for training.

Priority application deadline is April 9th. Rolling applications accepted until the position is filled.

Major Job Responsibilities
Event & Program Support - 80%
1. Attend programs/events and either support or lead engaging STEM-focused activities with students
Provide meaningful mentorship to students
Assist students' learning and development
2. Support program/event planning and preparation, including: inventorying and packing supplies, helping to create or update program materials for a specific audience, and setting up hands-on activities or lab materials
3. Work within organizational tools and documents
4. Communicate promptly with program staff, collaborators, and participants
5. Support event documentation (photos, surveys, etc.) and reporting

Administrative Support - 20%
1. Help create and maintain program materials (promotional materials, etc.)
2. Communicate with and collect data from past program participants
3. Other duties and tasks as needed

All required qualifications must be included in the application materials

Required Qualifications
* An undergraduate student (at least 19 years of age) pursuing a career in science education
* Experience with basic biology laboratory equipment (microscopes, micropipettes, gel electrophoresis, etc.)
* Experience working with children and/or teenagers - a background check and Safety of Minors training will also be required
* Experience working with diverse populations
* Interest in and commitment to advancing equity in health and education
* Strong attention to detail
* Mature and self-motivating personality
* Ability to multi-task and work independently without assistance
* Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with participants, students, staff, and faculty by using advanced written, verbal, and listening communication skills
* Strong knowledge and experience working with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and Google programs (GMail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets, etc.)
* Valid driver's license and personal vehicle to attend events and transport materials * Ability to work evening and weekend shifts when needed for event support (with flexibility)
* Ability to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally

Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in a research laboratory or performing inquiry-style experiments
* Experience planning programming or events
* Experience with marketing and design using programs like Canva and Mailchimp * Demonstrated ability to be flexible in a fast-changing environment
* Excellent skills in organization, time management, and problem-solving
* Multilingual

The Masonic Cancer Center (MCC) is an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center dedicated to cancer research, education, and patient care for the citizens of Minnesota and the surrounding region. Since the time of the first award in 1997, there has been consistent growth of the membership and research base, enabling our center to further advance our knowledge and enhance care for our catchment area. We are driven to be the choice academic healthcare environment for patients, clinicians, scientists and students who seek exceptional, compassionate, precision cancer therapy; innovative clinical trials and prevention programs; cutting-edge research opportunities; and outstanding advanced education.

Pay Range: $15.25 - $17/hourly; depending on education/qualifications/experience

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