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Apply for Job Job ID370239 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyGraduate Assistants Full/Part TimePart-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code9521 Employee ClassGrad/Prof Student Position Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job The Division of Dental Public Health is providing an opportunity to Master or PhD Level student for a research assistant position. What will be expected from this position? * The student will assist Dr. Tamanna Tiwari in her research * The student is expected to commit time and energy to completing all assigned tasks. Time commitment: * 20 hours a week. Supervisor: Dr. Tamanna Tiwari, Chair of Primary Dental Care, University of Minnesota School of Dentistry Research Focus: Dr. Tiwari conducts leading-edge research on oral health disparities across underserved communities-particularly Indigenous, Hispanic, and LGBTQ+ populations-exploring behavioral health integration, social determinants of health, and data-driven approaches to population oral health outcomes Key Responsibilities Assist with design, implementation, and management of community-based research projects focused on oral health equity. Support mixed-methods data collection and analysis. Conduct literature reviews and help draft manuscripts, grant proposals, and conference abstracts. Coordinate with community partners, tribal organizations, and underserved populations to support equitable research engagement. Help maintain IRB protocols and compliance for human subjects research. Qualifications Required: Bachelor's degree in public health, epidemiology, dentistry, social sciences, or related field. Experience in quantitative and/or qualitative research methods. Strong written and oral communication, with demonstrated ability to contribute to scientific writing. Cultural humility and skills for working with underserved communities. Preferred: Prior involvement in oral health, behavioral health, or health disparities research. Experience working with large-scale datasets. Familiarity with community-based participatory research (CBPR) models and tribal IRB protocols. About the Department The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry is the state's only dental school and the only dental school in the northern tier of states between Wisconsin and the Pacific Northwest. The School of Dentistry advances health through scientific discovery, innovative education, and the highest quality care for all communities. Our impact extends beyond dental offices to classrooms and clinics throughout the region. We educate dentists, dental specialists, dental therapists, dental hygienists, dental educators, and research scientists. Pay and Benefits Pay Range: $27.00/hour depending on education/qualifications/experience Please visit the Office of Student Health Benefits website for more information regarding benefit eligibility. Student workers are eligible to participate in the Student Health Benefit Plan, if they maintain 6 or more eligible course credits within a given semester. The same applies for Undergraduate Students, Graduate Assistants, Residents, Fellows and Interns. How To Apply Student positions are a form of financial support while pursuing an education at the University of Minnesota. Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a 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 School of Dentistry promotes inclusive excellence for student recruitment, faculty and staff hiring and when caring for patients. Thus, we seek candidates who strive for inclusive excellence to well equip learners to care for all populations. 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:

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