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Job Title:Non-Exempt Temporary or Casual
Work Type:Work Days: Work Vary: Yes , Shift: Other, Hours Per Week: 20, Work Type: Regular
 
Salary Offered:Unspecified
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Education Required:Bachelor's Degree
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Job ID360461

LocationTwin Cities

Job FamilySupplemental Employee

Full/Part TimePart-Time

Regular/TemporaryTemporary

Job Code0001

Employee ClassCivil Service



About the Job



Job Description for Undergraduate Research Intern 2024

Reporting Structure: This is a non-management position within Experimental Surgical Services which is part of the Department of Surgery, within the University of Minnesota
Medical School, and within the Academic Health Center at the University of Minnesota.
General: Experimental Surgical Services is a preclinical research lab that performs non-clinical research for the purpose of the research and development of medical
devices, physician training, new surgical techniques, and other academic projects with a surgical component.
Basic Function: The Undergraduate Research Intern 2024 assists in most aspects of
the daily function of the laboratory and completes a research project for the ESS
Research Director.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:
Contribute to and complete a research project overseen by the Research Director
Attend Friday Summer Research Seminars June-August
Present internship capstone presentation on a Friday Seminar in August
Observe and may assist with the daily care and treatment of animals.
May assist with weighing animals
May assist with daily observations of animals
Observe and may assist with the daily medicating of animals
Pilling (oral administration) after training and under supervision
Injections after training and under supervision
May assist with transporting animals to different holding areas
Observe and may assist with blood collection after training as required and processing
the specimens
May assist with cleaning instruments and making sterile surgical packs
May assist with maintaining the surgical suites, cleaning rooms, and standard stocked
supplies.
May assist with monthly cleaning
May assist in the room set up prior to surgery
May assist with maintenance of the equipment under supervision
May assist in surgical procedures after training, from induction to post op under
supervision
May assist with intubation, catheterization, and medication with training and under
supervision
Observe and may circulate during the procedure
Observe and may assist in the surgical procedure or pass instruments to the surgeon
May assist in the operation of surgical suite equipment (i.e. C-arm, power injector,
monitoring equipment, cardiopulmonary bypass machine)
Observe and may assist with the recovery of animals after training and under
supervision (e.g. after CT scan, immediately after surgery in OR, or after hours in post-
op)
Supervision Received: This position reports to the Research Director.
Supervision Exercised: This position works cooperatively with ESS Staff

Qualifications



Requires scheduled hours for this position agreed upon by the supervisor, (30-
40hrs per week)
May work within core lab hours of 7am - 3:30pm.
Undergraduate enrollment (Pre-medicine or Pre-veterinary Medicine) at the University of
Minnesota or external academic University
Previous volunteer experience in preclinical research within the ESS lab highly preferred
Physical Demands:
Standing and sitting for long periods of time (>4hrs).
Be able to lift 50lbs by yourself
Non-Physical Demands:
Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

About the Department



Committed to innovation and diversity, the Medical School educates physicians, scientists, and health professionals; generates knowledge and treatments; and cares for patients and communities with compassion and respect. We value excellence, inclusiveness, collaboration, and discovery.
To learn more about the Department of Surgery, please visit:

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:

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, 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 the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).

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.

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