Research Assistant, School of Public Health and 
LifeQuest Project

This person will assist with research 
applications under the direction of faculty 
researchers in the School of Public Health.  
LifeQuest is an innovative inquiry-based 
curriculum that seeks to unlock the secrets of 
longevity.

Position:  Research Assistant -- 50% time, Fall 
Semester 2004, Spring Semester 2005, with 
possible continuation.

Duties:  Assist the LifeQuest educational project 
by working under the supervision of faculty 
researchers in the School of Public Health. 
Assist in creating Healthspan Calculator, an 
online tool for entering data about lifestyle and 
environment to calculate number of healthy years 
of life; assist in creating and administering a 
survey for ranking the top 100 life longevity 
recommendations; assist in the implementation of 
Health Tracker, a tool to address findings 
related to obesity- related behaviors through a 
program including middle school students and 
parents.


Qualifications:  M.P.H., M.S. or Ph.D.
candidate in School of Public Health with a 
strong research and communications skills. Must 
have well-rounded understanding of public health 
including computer skills, writing skills, and a 
strong background in statistics. Desired 
qualifications include knowledge of techniques 
to estimate and review all-cause mortality and 
familiarity with life tables.


Pay Rate:  $13.85 (with bachelor’s degree)  
$18.46 (with master’s degree)

Application deadline:  Open until filled. 
Position available immediately.


Contact:  Send letter of interest and resume to:

		LifeQuest Search
		School of Public Health
		Mayo A 302
		Dean’s Office – MMC 197
		420 Delaware Street
		University of Minnesota
		Minneapolis, MN 55455


This position is contingent upon enrollment and 
current registration as a graduate student at the 
University of Minnesota.


The University of Minnesota is an equal 
opportunity educator and employer.