Non-Exempt Temporary or Casual
University of Minnesota - 15th Ave - Minneapolis, MN
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Apply for Job Job ID371769 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilySupplemental Employee Full/Part TimePart-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code0001 Employee ClassCivil Service Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Project Manager to support health services research projects focused on patient-provider communication and health equity. This role is ideal for someone with research experience who thrives in a collaborative environment, is comfortable managing multiple priorities, and is passionate about improving healthcare delivery and reducing disparities. Key Responsibilities: Project Oversight & Coordination Manage timelines, deliverables, and workflows for multiple research projects Track progress toward study milestones and communicate updates to the principal investigator Coordinate with research collaborators, clinic partners, and administrative stakeholders Assist with IRB submissions, renewals, and reporting Research & Analysis: Conduct literature reviews, including systematic and scoping reviews Support qualitative research activities, including interview guide development, participant recruitment, interviews, and data coding (e.g., using NVivo or Dedoose) Assist with quantitative data collection, management, and preliminary analysis as needed Contribute to drafting manuscripts, abstracts, and reports for academic and policy audiences Team Support & Communication Schedule and facilitate team meetings, including drafting agendas and tracking action items Maintain organized project documentation and shared resources Support dissemination efforts (e.g., slide decks, policy briefs, lay summaries, conference submissions) Foster an inclusive and respectful team culture Qualifications All required qualifications must be on the application materials Required qualifications: At least a B.A. or B.S. in psychology, public health, sociology, anthropology, health sciences, biology, or a related field Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively Strong verbal and written communication skills Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and follow-through Interest in health disparities, communication, and/or health systems research Preferred qualifications: Experience with qualitative research methods, including coding and thematic analysis Familiarity with IRB processes, data use agreements, or grant-funded research Proficiency in qualitative or mixed methods software (e.g., NVivo, Atlas.ti, Dedoose, REDCap) Experience in academic writing or co-authoring peer-reviewed publications Master's degree in a relevant field or equivalent research experience About the Department The Department of Family Medicine and Community Health at the University of Minnesota was created more than 50 years ago in response to a legislative mandate to train primary care physicians. Since then, we have been leaders in transforming the specialty through education, research, and patient care. We are the academic sponsor of seven family medicine residencies-five in the Twin Cities, two in Greater Minnesota. We are involved in medical student education activities across the Medical School's two campuses: Twin Cities and Duluth. We sponsor five fellowship programs-sports medicine, hospice and palliative medicine, clinical informatics, behavioral medicine, and human sexuality- and offer continuing medical education opportunities. We are regularly among the top National Institutes of Health-funded family medicine departments. Our faculty are actively researching health disparities, healthcare delivery, and population health. More at The Division of Physical Therapy at the University of Minnesota began as a certificate program in 1941. It expanded to a baccalaureate program in 1946, a Master of Science program in 1997 and a professional doctoral degree program in 2002. All students entering the program and completing all requirements graduate wi h a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree. The Division of Physical Therapy creates and integrates innovative research discoveries, education, and practice to develop scholarly, collaborative physical therapists and rehabilitation scientists who advance health care and disease prevention for diverse communities in Minnesota and beyond. More information can be found at Pay and Benefits Pay Rate: $35.22 per hour; 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
Created: 2026-03-07