Temporary Project Jobs in Eden Prairie, MN (NOW HIRING)

The Department of Educational Psychology in the College of Education and Human Development, at the University of Minnesota, has an occasional need for part-time, temporary or casual employees.  This does not constitute a posting for vacancies but establishes a pool of applicants should openings occur during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026 June 2027).
The work schedule is temporary in nature, meaning the employee is limited to 67 days of work in a calendar year. It can also be casual in nature, meaning the employee can work 14 or fewer hours per week. Employees working in this position are paid an hourly rate; temporary and casual employees are not eligible for health insurance, vacation, sick leave, or the Regents Scholarship. 
These positions are mostly in-person, either on the Twin Cities Campus or at a partner project site. Per UMN policy, work may be done remotely when appropriate and approved by your manager.  All UMN employees are expected to follow applicable public health and safety procedures.
Programs:
Counselor Education
The counselor education (CE) track prepares counselors and counseling psychologists for work in a variety of settings, including education, business, community, and agency environments.
Psychological Foundations
Psychological Foundations focuses on the psychological underpinnings of high-level cognition and learning throughout the lifespan, particularly in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) domains and reading: scientific reasoning, technologies that support learning, mathematical problem solving, reading, and language comprehension. 
Quantitative Methods in Education
The quantitative methods in education (QME) track offers training in measurement, evaluation, statistics, and statistics education leading to the M.A. and Ph.D. degrees. QME provides students with broad but rigorous methodological skills so graduates can conduct research on methodologies, help to train others in methodology, or conduct research in related fields. The QME track is affiliated with the psychological foundations of education track within the department of educational psychology.
School Psychology
The school psychology program is designed to prepare school psychologists who have a strong and broad-based knowledge of psychology, educational psychology, and child development, and are prepared to apply that knowledge to school settings. It is accredited on probation by the American Psychological Association (APA) and approved by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP). 
Special Education 
The goal of the programs in Special Education is to advance opportunities for learning and development of infants, children and adults who require specialized instruction, educational adaptations and support for their learning efforts to succeed. The special education faculty is committed to research, leadership and practice that will have an impact on academic, social and behavioral development in diverse cultural contexts.
Job Responsibilities:
Support academic and/or research initiatives of the department (100%)

• Work with faculty and staff on various teaching and research projects
• Data collection when relevant to project goals
• Use computer software programs such as Microsoft Office, Google Suite, University Box, Canvas, Adobe Acrobat
• Comply with university required policies and procedures and complete required trainings as necessary
• Meet with manager as needed, online as well as in-person 
• Other duties as assigned, aligned to program/project needs

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma (or, high school equivalency), 2 years work experience, or lived experiences that align with project goals.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word/Excel and Qualtrics.
• Ability to communicate with manager and team members over email, phone, and/or videoconference.
• Ability to work with people from a variety of communities, backgrounds, and/or (dis)abilities, including teachers and students.
• Attention to detail and autonomous worker.
• Capacity to use and navigate digital applications (e.g., iPads).
• Current drivers license and/or reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with additional years of expereince ot advanced degree with experience in the specialty area.
• Demonstrated superior attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to take initiative and be self-directed.
• Ability to work quickly and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated excellent word processing and data entry skills.

Department Overview:
The Department of Educational Psychology provides training in the cognitive, emotional, and social learning processes that underlie education and human development across the lifespan, including: the psychological foundations of education, quantitative methods in education, the practice and science of counseling psychology, school psychology, and special education. Faculty and students provide leadership and consultation to the state, nation, and international community. The department's scholarship and teaching enhance professional practice in schools and universities, community mental health agencies, business and industrial organizations, early childhood programs, and government agencies. https://edpsych.umn.edu/ 

College Overview:

The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), the University's third largest college, contributes to a just and sustainable future through engagement with the local and global communities to enhance human learning and development at all stages of life. We know diversity is necessary to do our best work and foster our humanity. Thats why the CEHD community is collectively dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and equitable environment, embracing and celebrating all identities of our students, staff, and faculty. These values are also a moral imperative requiring continuous proactive measures and a firm stance against prejudice, discrimination, and systemic injustice.

Pay Range: $15.25 - $60/hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience. Final offers are dependent on the candidate's experience, skills, and internal equity within the department.

Time Appointment: variable

Position Type: Temporary (up to 67 days) or Casual (no more than 14 hours a week)

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications.  Learn more about retirement plans.

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. 

Please indicate in your cover letter which program, project or lab you are applying to work with.

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.

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

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.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

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