Undergraduate Academic Assistant - Public Health
University of Minnesota - Rochester

Job Title: Undergraduate Academic Assistant - Public Health
Location: Rochester
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 360505
About the Job Work Tasks May Include: Work tasks include: Work with faculty and program coordinators to provide additional learning activities for a specific course inside and/or outside of class. Some course attendance may be required, but this is flexible based on offerings and UAA schedule. Attend initial training, possible ongoing formal training throughout the semester, and regular meetings with course faculty.Provide support to course faculty by assisting with administrative tasks. Such tasks may include grading of student work, entering scores into Canvas, or making copies. Additional responsibilities will depend on course/area and faculty need. Highlight diversity on campus and be cognizant of ways to help enhance appreciation of diversity in the UMR community. Be a good University team member. **Please note that if you have work-study funds, you will be required to use them for this position.**

Qualifications

Required:

• UMR student in good standing
• Previous sucessful completion of college-level coursework in the subject in which you wish to work.

Preferred:

Work study preferred, but not required.

Ability to follow complex instructionsAbility to quickly learn new tasks and materialAbility to work independentlyAbility to work collaboratively as a team member Demonstrates above average leadership skills and willingness to assume a leadership role in group settingsAbove average oral and written communication skillsDetail-orientation with a high degree of accuracyGood problem solving, prioritization skills, and maturity in judgment

How To Apply

Student positions are a form of financial support while pursuing an education at the University of Minnesota.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please complete the online application. If you are a new applicant, you must create a username/password to apply for student jobs. Click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume, etc.

Complete online application and submit the following: 1) a letter of interest addressed to Professor Abigail Irlbeck and Dr. Jessie Barnett indicating:a. work study status from previous year(s),b. why you would be a good candidate for this position.c. a copy of an unofficial transcriptd. a copy of a Fall semester class schedule*All application materials will be shared with relevant faculty in the area of interest

For more information, contact UMR student employment at 507-258-8005 or by email at umrsempl@r.umn.edu

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Activities" page and uploading documents there.

Diversity

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.

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 the U of M

The University of Minnesota Rochester (UMR)

The University of Minnesota Rochester (UMR) offers distinctive health sciences education to prepare students for a broad spectrum of current and emerging careers, ranging from patient care to pure and applied research. Serving more than 750 students in the heart of downtown Rochester, UMR is "recoding the DNA of learning" through individualized experience, personal growth, community engagement, and an integrated health sciences curriculum for tomorrow's health professionals.

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