Staff Scientist

10000 Sanford; United States; On-site; USD 64,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a Staff Scientist to perform independent scientific research, including complex laboratory testing, experiments and analysis following established protocols. The role involves designing and developing research objectives and analyzing findings to advance our programs.

The candidate will assist in grant applications, prepare technical summaries, co-author publications, and present results.

Qualifications

• Requires a doctorate in a clinical, health, or life science field.
• Minimum of three years post-doctoral experience in related subject field.
• Equivalent to Instructor.
• Management experience is highly recommended.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent scientific research including complex laboratory testing, experiments and analysis following established protocols.
• Design and develop research objectives for experimentation.
• Assists in completion of grant applications and other regulatory documents.
• Writes technical summaries and co-authors articles for publication.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaborative teamwork

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

Doctoral degree in clinical/health/life science

Post-doctoral experience

Instructor-equivalent qualification

Tools

Laboratory equipment proficiency

Job description

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: 40 Compensation: Salary Range: $31.00 - $49.50 Union Position: No.

Summary

Staff Scientist performs independent scientific research including complex laboratory testing, experiments and analysis following established protocols. Designs and develops research objectives for experimentation. Analyzes and evaluates findings.

Job Description Assists in completion of grant applications and other regulatory documents. Writes technical summaries and co-authors articles for publication. Prepares and makes formal presentations of research results. Typically works under broad direction of principal investigator.

High level of knowledge in scientific research processes, procedures, and objectives. Possesses 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. Must 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.

Required publications and funding upon appointment is minimal.

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 Instructor.
• Management experience is highly recommended.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [e-mail].

The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill.

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.

Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies.

The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties.

Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care.

As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies.

The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities.

Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.