Mentor young scientists!
The Department of Family Medicine and Community Health at the University of Minnesota is hiring two University of Minnesota undergraduates to serve as chaperones and mentors for the M-ASCEND high school summer interns.
M-ASCEND is an NIH grant-funded program that is a collaboration between the Masonic Cancer Center and the Program for Health Disparities Research.
Required qualifications
Applicants must:
- be current registered students enrolled in a BA/BS program at the University of Minnesota
- be at least 19 years of age and able to accept legal employment from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
- be pursuing a health science or science career; majoring in Biology, Chemistry, Public Health, Pre-Med, or related fields
- have experience with basic biology laboratory equipment (microscopes, micropipettes, gel electrophoresis, etc.)
- have experience with diverse populations
- have an interest in and commitment to advancing equity in health and education
- possess a mature and outgoing personality
- have the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with participants, staff, and faculty by using advanced written, verbal, and listening communication skills
Preferred qualifications
Preferred candidates will have:
- experience working with teenagers (a background check and Safety of Minors training will be required upon hire)
- experience in a research laboratory or conducting inquiry-style experiments
- experience designing and presenting research posters
- an interest in teaching
The Summer Research Mentor position offers an undergraduate student pursuing a STEM research-related major the opportunity to mentor high school students to promote STEM education and career development, with a particular focus on engaging and encouraging students from communities that have been historically underrepresented in science.
The undergraduate mentors will support program staff in providing daily programming for the high schoolers, in addition to setup, cleanup, and team meetings. Depending on background and interest, example tasks could include preparing solutions for laboratory work, supporting students as they analyze their data, providing feedback on high school research posters and resumes, leading a public health lecture, or facilitating a discussion on preparing for college. Mentors will be trained and supported by staff in all tasks, and there will be flexible opportunities to lead some sessions based on mentor interest and experience. Mentors will also attend daily lunch, professional lab visits, and lectures with the high schoolers to support the Safety of Minors protocol.
Apply now!
To apply, complete the online application or search for posting 360137 on the Student Job Board.
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