Date:	August 13, 2007
To:	Students in School of Public Health and 
Medical School, University of Minnesota
Re:	Fall 2007 term TA Position

The course Fundamentals of Clinical Research 
(PubH 6301) expects to enroll approximately 30 
students for fall semester 2007.  We are seeking 
a teaching assistant at 25%.

The instructors for the course are Russell 
Luepker and Alan Hirsch.  The course meets every 
Thursday from 10:10 - 1:10. 

Short Description of Course
This course is a core requirement for Clinical 
Research MS students.  This course is intended 
to provide a foundation for the more advanced 
study that is necessary to become an 
accomplished clinical research investigator.   
This course will review the concepts that 
underlie successful clinical research design, 
implementation, and reporting. This course will 
also expose students to the resources and 
opportunities available to support clinical 
research at the academic health center. 

Class attendance for the TA is mandatory,

Job Description
1) Working with the instructors to update the 
syllabus and required course readings;
2) coordinating the course schedule and inviting 
guest speakers;
3) posting course materials on VISTA (WebCT);
4) if qualified, assisting the instructors in 
grading assignments and exams;
5) and, if qualified, assisting students with 
their questions and needs.

Minimal Qualifications
Graduate student with some knowledge of the AHC 
programs.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience in the clinical research field, 
successfully completed the PubH 6301 course and 
other advanced courses in public health and/or 
clinical research.

Course Date/Time:  Thursdays (10:10am - 1:10pm)

Start Date:  August 15th, 2007 or as soon as 
possible

Rate, Percent Position, Duration of Position:
Rate of pay will be based on degree status.  The 
primary location of the position is in the West 
Bank Office Building.

Apply to:  Russell V. Luepker, MD, Mayo 
Professor, Division of Epidemiology and 
Community Health, (luepker@epi.umn.edu).  Send 
resume and two references. 

Closing date for receipt of application:  open 
until filled.

The University of Minnesota is an Affirmative 
Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator.