Class C Minnetonka Research Paraprofessional at Minnetonka High School, 8 hours per day, 184 days per year

Job Responsibilities

• Train and support high school students in the safe and effective use of laboratory techniques and equipment.
• Maintain science equipment and supplies in the research lab, troubleshooting unexpected issues, calibrating, and coordinating external service vendors.
• Support students in the use and operation of biosafety cabinets, incubators, centrifuges, RT-qPCR, and other supporting laboratory equipment.
• Supervise students in the lab during extended lab hours (before and after school as needed).
• Work with and support students using hazardous chemicals and biological materials, handling and disposing of them appropriately.
• Manage laboratory inventory and procurement, tracking supplies, coordinating orders across multiple vendors, and ensuring proper storage of sensitive materials.
• Ensure student adherence to safety protocols in a research lab.
• Set up and clean up the science laboratory and materials/equipment.
• Monitor and maintain student sign-up schedules for lab access.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and equipment service providers.

Job Qualifications

• A college degree in a scientific field OR relevant laboratory, medical, technical or research experience.
• Evidence of science knowledge and experience.
• Evidence of a basic understanding of the physical and biological sciences.
• Evidence of a working knowledge of chemical compatibility, hazards, and waste disposal.
• Ability to work effectively with high school students.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse population of school staff.
• Works independently and manages multiple protocols routinely.
• Effectively manages projects and workload as assigned by research instructors.
• A willingness to learn new techniques, procedures, and equipment.
• Evidence of ability to respect, protect, and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with students, coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc.
• Sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
• Evidence of excellent problem-solving and organization skills with attention to detail.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule as needed.

Benefits

• Benefit eligible position.
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Pay

Minimum hourly rate: $22.61 (new rate for 2026-2027)

Please scroll down to Appendix A to view the Paraprofessional wage schedule.

Schedule

Assignment 8 hours per day, 184 days per year.