Summer 2027 Chemistry Research Assistant

University of St Thomas • St. Paul, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Chemistry Research Assistant will participate in the University of St. Thomas Chemistry Department’s summer research program in St. Paul. The program brings together 40–50 students, from new freshmen to seniors, to work full time with faculty. Participants attend weekly group meetings to share findings and discuss research issues, meet with students from other local colleges, and take part in group social functions. Students are expected to reserve several hours per week during the academic year to continue making progress on their research projects.

Students who have not previously conducted research in the department should speak with at least three faculty members before applying so they can make an informed choice about projects. Applicants agree that their application information is accurate, that they have spoken with each faculty member listed, and that they will consult their mentor if new summer obligations could conflict with their research commitment. The role is open to eligible St. Thomas students pursuing degrees at the undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral level who are actively enrolled in credit-bearing courses at least part time. The application deadline is December 20, 2026.

Requirements

• Be a degree-seeking University of St. Thomas student at the undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral level.
• Be actively enrolled at least part time in credit-bearing courses.
• Speak with at least three faculty members before applying if you have not previously conducted research in the department.
• Have spoken with each faculty member listed in the application.
• Provide application information that is accurate to the best of your knowledge.
• Commit to participating as a summer research student if selected.

Responsibilities

• Work full time with faculty on a summer chemistry research project.
• Attend weekly group meetings to share findings and discuss research issues.
• Meet with students from other local colleges as part of the research program.
• Reserve several hours per week during the academic year to continue making progress on the research project.
• Consult with the research mentor if new summer obligations arise that could create a conflict.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed