Bilingual Research Professional 2 (Hmong & English)

About the Job

Work Schedule: Hybrid, M-F, 9am - 5pm

Duties/Responsibilities:

75%- Recruitment and Enrollment:

• Perform community outreach within Hmong communities for clinical research studies.
• Coordinate participant recruitment within the Hmong community.
• Consent new recruits for Hmong American research in brain health, aging registry, and biorepository studies.
• Perform psychometrics measures.

20%- Data Entry:

• Input dataset entry into RedCap, NACC, and UDS.
• Perform data inventory management.

5%- Data analysis:

• Perform data analysis.
• Assist in manuscript preparation and submission.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree plus at least two years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and relevant work experience to equal at least six years.
• Experience with clinical research studies.
• Bilingual: Hmong and English (This position will require you to speak and read in both English and Hmong or Thai/ Lao to recruit Hmong American research participants for brain health, aging registry, and biorepository research study.)
• Experience working with (Hmong and English) elders in a community setting.
• Established familiarity with Hmong community.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledgeable about clinical research in dementia patients.
• Comfortable to interact with elderly individuals with cognitive deficits or other neurologic disorders.
• Fluent/proficient writing skills in Hmong, Thai and/ or Lao.
• Ability to learn to deliver bilingual (Hmong and English) psychometrics testing with research participants.

About the Department

To learn more about the Department of Neurology, please visit https://med.umn.edu/neurology.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $25.48/hr - $26.93/hr; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

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 "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 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

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 University of Minnesota

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 nations 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 Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.