High School Laboratory Researcher (Temporary Non-Exempt)

Position Overview

This person will work at the Mid-Central Research and Outreach laboratory in Willmar, Minnesota. The position is part-time and temporary with the goal of providing basic day-to-day assistance within the laboratory. The person filling this position will work under the direct supervision of Jeannette Munoz-Aguayo and overall supervision of Dr. Tim Johnson. They will assist Ms. Munoz-Aguayo with basic laboratory activities,including preparation of reagents, basic microbiological tasks, and basic molecular biology tasks.

Work Schedule

• The position will require 15-20 hours per week of work on a flexible schedule during normal working hours (M-F 8am-5pm).
• This is a Summer position which will end at or near the start of the Fall semester.

All required qualifications must be included in the application materials

Required Qualifications

• This position is intended for high school students entering their junior or senior years
• These students must have taken high school biology
• No laboratory experience required

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred high school classes include microbiology, algebra, and chemistry

Pay Range: $15.25/hr; 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.

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 employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

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

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.

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.