UMR Undergraduate Research Work Study Program – UMR Students Only

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The UMR Undergraduate Research Work Study Program offers UMR students the opportunity to gain field experience in research at Mayo Clinic. Work study student employees represent Mayo Clinic and work cooperatively with staff, clients, students, and advisors. This program provides students interested in research and Mayo Clinic as an employer of choice an opportunity to explore the culture, gain experience, and pursue career goals in various research areas such as Cardiovascular, Gastroenterology, Molecular, Nephrology & Hypertension, Oncology, and Physiology & Biomed research. The schedule is arranged collaboratively with a department supervisor, adhering to financial aid award amounts and a minimum of 10 hours per week. Employees must communicate changes in financial aid awards to their supervisor and the work study office. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship, except for the TN visa classification, and Mayo Clinic does not participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled at the University of Minnesota - Rochester (UMR)
• Graduated from high school or obtained a GED
• Granted and accepted a financial work study award of $2,700 for an academic year
• Ability to be attentive to details and to adhere to strict safety requirements for handling chemicals, reagents and infectious agents
• Computer or keyboarding experience
• Good human relations skills and the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written form
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Verify work study award with the UMR Employment Office
• Include Community Service Program Work Study Referral form with application
• Work a minimum of 8-10 hours per week if selected

Nice To Haves

• Cover Letter noting desired area of research (if decided)
• Resume

Responsibilities

• Represent Mayo Clinic and work cooperatively with all Mayo Clinic staff, external clients, students, and advisors.
• Receive direction from assigned department supervisor.
• Explore Mayo Clinic's culture, gain field experience, and pursue career goals in research.
• Arrange work schedule collaboratively with assigned department supervisor, complying with financial aid award amount and minimum hours per week (10 hours) requirements.
• Indicate changes in financial aid award to assigned supervisor and the work study office.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED