Casual Researcher - Shen at University of Minnesota 15th Ave Minneapolis, MN

Casual Researcher – Shen Neurolaw Lab
University of Minnesota Law School, 15th Ave., Minneapolis, MN

• Duration: until 12/31/2025, with possibility of extension.
• Commitment: part‑time, no more than 14 hrs/week.
• Location:
  
  hybrid (some meetings and work in person).
• Supervisor:
  Dr. Francis X. Shen, JD, PhD.

• Research Analysis (60%)
  • Engage in database management and curation, building and maintaining a comprehensive database of community organizations, leaders, and key stakeholders.
  • Provide logistical support for outreach, including invitations, RSVP lists, and preparation of sign‑in sheets and information packets.
  • Conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis related to the research at the intersection of neuroscience and society.
  • Support neurolaw legal research, including reviewing legal case materials, statutes, and manuscripts.
  • Collaborate on research manuscript development; draft sections and provide revisions.
  • Submit manuscripts to peer‑reviewed journals and work toward publication with editors and reviewers.
  • Assist in preparation of IRB protocols, amendments, continuing reviews, and maintain IRB compliance documents.
• Administrative (40%)
  • Draft, edit, and process written materials: reports, statements of work, and email correspondence for grant‑supported research activities.
  • Assist in establishing timelines, evaluate and revise project plans, and advise on project issues.
  • Own the preparation of presentations for dissemination at local, national, and international meetings.
  • Support preparation of grant applications, budgets, and progress reports.
  • Perform other duties as needed based on project needs.

• Hourly pay: $20.00 per hour.
• Retirement plan options available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor‑Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications.

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent with at least 3years of experience in relevant fields such as neurolaw, neuroethics, neuroscience, political science, community engagement, bioethics, or law.
• Background or potential for research with strong community engagement skills.
• Highly motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Preferred: background in neurolaw, neuroethics, neuroscience, or law.

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