Research Associate

Avera McKennan; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 56,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO from day 1

5% employer retirement matching

Mentorship and career development

Job summary

Avera McKennan's Avera Research Institute in Sioux Falls seeks a Research Associate to support scientists from proposal writing through dissemination of findings. The role centers on maternal health projects, evaluating care pathways, and training efforts for program implementation.

The ideal candidate will have strong scientific writing, literature review abilities, data management skills, and effective communication for collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a health or social-related field is required.
• Scientific writing and literature review experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Assists scientists in conducting research and preparing data and materials.
• Performs literature searches and helps write background sections for grants and publications.
• Collects, records, files and submits data per research protocol; supports project management.

Skills

Scientific writing

Literature reviews

Data management

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in health or social-related field

Tools

Reference management software

Job description

Location:Avera Research Institute-Sioux FallsWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)Pay Range:The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.$55,640.00 - $83,200.00Position HighlightsThis Research Associate will support the Avera Research Institute scientists in a variety of ways and throughout all stages of the research process from proposal writing to dissemination of findings. Given the funding portfolio of Avera Research Institute, this position will be working closely with team members on a variety of maternal health focused projects, helping to evaluate and demonstrate the impact of innovative care pathways, programing and training efforts.Learn more about the Avera Research Institute at the link below:Avera Research InstituteYou Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.A Brief OverviewWorks with principal investigators under general direction to perform professional-level medical or scientific research tasks related to a particular or specialized field of endeavor. These scientific activities including writing literature reviews; contributing to scientific articles, reports and presentations; preparing materials for submission to agencies or boards; summarizing project results; and project implementation and management. This position requires strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail and collegiality.What you will doAssists scientists in the conduct of research, which may include, but are not limited to preparing routine correspondence with various outside parties, scheduling and facilitating project-related meetings, collecting, recording, filing and submitting data according to research protocol.Reviews recommendations by Principal Investigators, students, or other staff of new or modified procedures and protocols prior to implementation to assure appropriateness.Provides periodic small group lectures to research personnel on select topics in research to acquaint them with community-based research and related project topics.Conducts literature searches for Principal Investigator to be used for writing manuscripts and grants or for developing new research studies.Compiles data for statistical analysis and assists in the design and maintenance of databases, spreadsheets, and other computer files used in the administration of research.Writes background and methods sections of grants, reports, and publications for Principal Investigators and other professional personnel.Essential QualificationsThe individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:Master's in a health or social-related fieldScientific writing and/or conducting literature reviewsPreferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:Reference management softwareResearch project management and report generationExpectations and StandardsCommitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.Maintain confidentiality.Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.Benefits You Need & Then SomeAvera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirementCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorshipAvera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].