Research Assistant Jr - Undergraduate

The Hennepin Healthcare Research Institute (HHRI) has an opportunity for an Undergraduate Research Assistant, Jr. to support the research being conducted by Drs. Rachel Nygaard and Derek Lumbard, MD at Hennepin Healthcare.

We encourage candidates whose identities may be historically underrepresented in research—such as people of color, LGBTQ+, and individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds—to apply.

This is a part‑time position to work 10–15 hours/week in downtown Minneapolis, MN with occasional weekend coverage required.

Internship

Part‑time

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Hospitals and Health Care

• Manages and assists with volunteers.
• Collects and interprets study data in an organized and precise fashion to maintain data integrity.
• Provides study support and contributes to successful project execution.
• Responsible for protocol initiation, procedural adherence, and compliance.
• Manage volunteers, help support their work, and assist with onboarding (as needed).
• Documents and consistently maintains detailed records and research data files.
• Assist with data entry, data cleaning, and the preparation of reports.
• Handle and protect confidential and sensitive data with integrity.
• Consult with PI and Study Coordinator on management of participant problems and concerns.
• Provide administrative coverage as an assistant to the Primary Investigator, project manager, and study coordinator as the need arises (general clerical: printing, copying, preparing correspondence, answering phones, inter‑organization pick‑up and delivery).
• Participate in Study team meetings.

• Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills is qualifying.
• Typical qualifications would be completion of some college and six (6) months of research experience.
• Desired qualification is 1+ years in trauma surgery research.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Interest in working with diverse and underserved populations.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of basic computer applications.
• Experience with Redcap data entry a plus.
• Knowledge of research design, protocols, and analysis.
• Knowledge of regulatory aspects of clinical research.
• Ability to work independently, be self‑directed and motivated.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
• Skilled in problem solving and keeping detailed records and files.
• Displays high standards of attendance, punctuality, maintains confidentiality, and manages time effectively.

HHRI is an Equal Opportunity Employer AA/EOE of Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability