Job Description
Casual Nonexempt Research Assistant University of Minnesota retirement plan United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis Jun 10, 2026 Apply for Job
Job ID
374263
Location
Twin Cities
Job Family
Supplemental Employee
Full/Part Time
Part-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Job Code
0005
Employee Class
Civil Service
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About the Job Summary of Position
This position is designed to cook fly food that are used for Drosophila (fruit flies) research and education on campus. This task requires precision and accuracy. The candidate will receive training. Approximately 10 hours a week. Job Duties and Responsibilities
90%
Fly Food Cooking:
Preparing fly food for the Drosophila lab community
10% Maintain Fly Stocks:
Assist in maintaining fly stocks Qualifications All Required Qualifications Must Be Documented on Application Materials Required Qualifications:
BA/BS or work experience to equal two years. Preferred Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail and focus. About the Department The Department of Genetics, Cell Biology, and Development encompasses a broad range of biological disciplines, including the storage and expression of information, its translation into the workings of individual cells, and the assembly of cells into tissues and organ systems. Pay and Benefits Pay Range:
$21.60 - $22.00 hourly; 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 employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647. 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 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.
