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Part-time

Regents of the University of Minnesota

Minneapolis, MNPart-time / Temporary$15.25–55.25/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$15.25–55.25/hr
Location
Minneapolis, MN
Schedule
Part-time / Temporary
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science at the University of Minnesota maintains a pool of temporary employees for potential openings during FY27, from July 2026 through June 2027. Selected applicants may support departmental projects and gather and analyze data. Appointments are made as needed based on funding and performance, and work is limited to 67 or fewer days in a calendar year.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Project Collaboration, nice to haveData Gathering, nice to haveData Analysis, nice to have

Qualifications

High School or One Year Relevant Experience, required

Benefits

401(k) Match

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Job Duties

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Job ID374708

LocationTwin Cities

Job FamilySupplemental Employee

Full/Part TimePart-Time

Regular/TemporaryTemporary

Job Code0006

Employee ClassCivil Service

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About the Job

Job duties

The Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities occasionally needs to hire employees on a temporary basis throughout the year. These positions perform a variety of non-academic and/or academic work responsibilities on a temporary work schedule, as defined below:

Limited to 67 or fewer days of work in a calendar year.

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

(50%) Collaborate with departmental faculty and/or staff to facilitate ongoing projects

(50%) Gather and analyze data

This does not constitute a posting for vacancies but establishes a pool of applicants should openings occur during FY27 (July 2026 - June 2027). Applicants will be selected from this pool on an as-needed basis. Appointments are based on need, funding, and performance.

Qualifications

Required qualifications

High school or one year relevant experience

Educational credentials, work experience, and/or certifications in specific area/field that do not exceed those of comparable UMN job classifications. Qualifications determined by supervisor in consultation with Human Resources.

About the Department

Please visit https://cse.umn.edu/cems.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $15.25 - $55.25 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 [email protected] or call (612) 624-8647.

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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 University of Minnesota

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 Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.

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.

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Minimum Experience Required

1 - 20 years

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

No

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$11.41 / Hourly

Postal Code

55455

Job Type

Part Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

374708

Job Benefits

Not specified

How this job compares

Set against the 723 open Research Assistant jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$15.25–55.25/hr
  • US median$18–24/hr298 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $35.25/hr, is 65% above the US median midpoint ($21/hr) — in the top quarter of Research Assistant hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 11 open Research Assistant jobs in Minnesota and 723 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience; Research Assistant postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year at the median (158 postings).
Education
189 of the 723 open Research Assistant jobs (26%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 13, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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