Job Information
State of Minnesota Research Student Worker - Student Worker Para Prof Sr in Maplewood, Minnesota
Working Title: Research Student Worker
Job Class: Student Worker Para Professional Senior
Agency: Transportation Dept
Job ID : 92787
Location : Maplewood
Telework Eligible : Yes - part-time
Full/Part Time : Part-Time
Regular/Temporary : Limited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 03/12/2026
Closing Date : 04/01/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-AFSCME
Division/Unit : Materials & Road Research
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : 25% of time
Salary Range: $19.85 - $23.61 / hourly
Classified Status : Unclassified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME
Work Area : Office of Materials/Maplewood Lab
End Date : 3 years from start date
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.
This position is located at the Office of Materials & Road Research in Maplewood. The position will work full-time during the summer and part-time during the school year. The position may have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.
The purpose of this position is to support MnDOT's Asphalt Research Unit (ARU) in the Office of Materials & Road Research (OMRR). The position will involve supporting laboratory and field-testing efforts, analysis and interpretation of material and pavement evaluation data, reporting results and creating tools for automated processing and delivery of test results. The ARU provides project and network-level engineering support to the district offices and explores and provides innovative solutions to actual MnDOT and partners engineering needs. It covers topics to pavement material characterization, pavement design, evaluation and maintenance. Furthermore, the position will support the implementation and possible adoption of Traffic Speed Deflectometer (TSD) in planning of road repairs and evaluation of project and network-level pavement evaluation.
The position requires travel up to 25% of time to project sites within the state of Minnesota for data collection sessions, as the system is used to evaluate MnDOT-operated and managed roadways. These trips are mostly completed in a day, but occasionally they may take a couple of days and require staff to spend a night in a hotel.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must be current students in a secondary, post-secondary, or graduate school. Other qualifications include:
Enrolled in an engineering, science, or mathematic/statistics program.
Experience with Microsoft computer programs, especially Excel and Word.
Ability to learn and apply statistical analysis tools to data sets.
Ability to learn the use of basic tools, machinery, and testing equipment.
Valid Class D Driver’s License.
Basic programing skills.
Applicants must be a student in a college/university, trade, or technical school. If a student is enrolled at a credit-granting institution they must carry at least six semester (nine quarter) credits. If enrolled at a non-credit granting institution or one that only offers one credit per class, a student must be taking two or more classes per semester/quarter. Any lesser credit (class) load shall be treated as a semester/quarter off. Graduate students must be enrolled in at least two courses or making progress on a dissertation. You will be required to complete an Education Verification form prior to appointment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience of rational databases.
Experience of engineering materials and testing procedures.
Experience of PYTHON Excel Macro programs.
Additional Requirements
Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check
It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, and Education/License Verification.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.