Graduate Research Assistant

2 days ago


Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States University of Minnesota Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Graduate Access Assistant to join our research team at the University of Minnesota. The successful candidate will provide direct support to a faculty member with computer-based tasks, including browsing and writing email, browsing academic journals and papers, and taking dictation for grant writing and academic papers.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist faculty with email management and correspondence
  • Conduct research and gather information from academic journals and papers
  • Take dictation for grant writing and academic papers
  • Use Adobe Illustrator to create schematics and figures for grants, papers, and talks
  • Use Adobe Dreamweaver to maintain website content
  • Use PyMOL to visualize protein structures and create publication-quality figures
  • Run data through in-house Python-based analysis software
  • Assist with presentation creation using PowerPoint
Requirements
  • Must be a registered graduate student at the University of Minnesota
  • Must demonstrate fast and accurate typing skills
  • Experience with Google Suite applications, Microsoft Office applications, and University systems
  • Must be able to maintain confidentiality and discretion
  • Must be able to demonstrate ability to learn on the job
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with PyMOL and Adobe Illustrator
  • Experience with academic publications, including browsing and reviewing
  • Basic understanding of biochemistry and/or biomolecular chemistry concepts and terminology
  • Experience with Python coding language
How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please submit your application online through the University of Minnesota's job portal. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application 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.

If you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact the University of Minnesota's Office of Human Resources.



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