
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.
8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)
40
Salary Range: $46.00 - $76.00
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The Marshfield Clinic Research Institute (MCRI) is part of Sanford Health, a large integrated multispecialty healthcare system with hundreds of clinical facilities across the north-central U.S. MCRI is seeking an Associate Scientist in their Center for Clinical Epidemiology & Population Health to establish a research program in cancer epidemiology. This individual should have a track record of scientific discovery, be able to secure externally funded research awards, and collaborate with other scientists and clinician investigators. They will be expected to develop and maintain an independent research portfolio with a focus on cancer epidemiology, including involvement with the NCI-funded Connect for Cancer Prevention Study (www.cancer.gov/connect-prevention-study/), as well as other externally funded research that aligns with their interests and experience. The position will be onsite or hybrid, with a combination of in-office and remote presence, depending on project activities.
Associate Scientist plans, coordinates, implements and conducts independent scientific research including complex laboratory testing, experiments and analysis following established protocols.
Responsible for budgetary implication of the assigned research project. Organizes and conceptualizes ideas leading to proposals. Writes technical summaries and publications. Prepares and makes formal presentations of research results. Analyzes and evaluates findings. Typically depends on established grant funds for terms of employment. Originates and writes research proposals of sufficient quality to obtain significant financial support from external sponsors. Considered the principal investigator on grants. 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. 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. 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.
Requires a doctorate degree in a clinical, health, or life science field.
Minimum of six years post-doctoral experience in related subject field of study. Equivalent to Associate Professor. Competitive publication record for rank and discipline.
Please attach a cover letter and CV when applying.
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Sanford Health is the largest rural health system in the U.S. Our organization 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, we serve more than one million patients and 220,000 health plan members across 250,000 square miles. Our integrated health system has 47 medical centers, 2,800 physicians and advanced practice providers, 170 clinical investigators and research scientists, more than 200 Good Samaritan Society senior care locations, and world clinics in eight countries around the globe. Learn more about our commitment to shaping the future of rural health care at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.