Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.
Work Shift:
8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Compensation:
Salary Range: $37.50 - $62.00Union Position:
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Summary
Assistant Scientist plans, coordinates, implements and conducts independent scientific research. Research would include but is not limited to complex laboratory testing, experiments and analysis following established protocols.Job Description
Analyzes and evaluates findings. Organizes and conceptualizes ideas leading to proposals. Writes technical summaries and publications. Prepares and makes formal presentations of research results. Considered the principal investigator on grants. An established as co-author or senior author of proposals, journal articles and technical reports. High level of knowledge in scientific research processes, procedures, and objectives. Possess ability to implement experiments in the subject discipline with the ability to trouble shoot issues. Good knowledge of the principles and techniques of the subject discipline required. Possesses ability to run complex pieces of equipment requiring advanced specialized training. Possess knowledge of modern research methods, data collection and analysis. Significant experience in analyzing and evaluating data. General level of knowledge of project management, decision-making, and analytical skills. Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with a research group or team. Sanford Research is a multi-site institution and occasional local travel between sites may be required.Qualifications
Requires a doctorate degree in a clinical, health, or life science field.Minimum of three years post-doctoral experience in related subject field of study. Equivalent to Assistant Professor. Competitive publication record for rank and discipline.
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Skills Required
- Doctorate degree in a clinical, health, or life science field
- Minimum of three years of postdoctoral experience in a related subject field
- Equivalent experience or rank to Assistant Professor
- Competitive publication record for the applicable rank and discipline
- Ability to conduct independent scientific research and implement experiments
- Experience analyzing and evaluating research data
- Ability to operate complex equipment requiring advanced specialized training
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with a research group or team
What We Do
Sanford Health is an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It provides hospital and clinic care, senior-care services, physician and advanced-practice services, health-plan coverage, research, education, and clinical trials across the Upper Midwest. The organization’s mission is to transform the health care experience and expand access, serving more than two million patients through a broad regional network.
