Assistant Research Scientist - Dissemination and Implementation

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: $32.50 - $52.00

Union Position:

No

Department Details

The Assistant Research Scientist will be responsible for dissemination and implementation (D&I) research on behalf of the National Children's Center for Rural and Agricultural Health and Safety, a CDC-NIOSH funded center of excellence within Sanford's National Farm Medicine Center.

This important role requires a doctorate degree, preferably in occupational safety and health, social sciences, public health, family studies, or related field. Additional experience in translational sciences and formal D&I projects is valuable

Summary

Assistant Research Scientist plans, coordinates, implements and conducts independent scientific research. Research would include but is not limited to complex laboratory testing, experiments, epidemiological/data driven research, health services research, field research, and analysis following established protocols.

Job Description

Analyzes and evaluates findings. Organizes and conceptualizes ideas leading to proposals. Writes technical summaries and publications or co-authors. Prepares and makes formal presentations of research results. Applies for smaller/regional grants aligned with expertise and in support of other research programmatic needs across the research enterprise. High level of knowledge in scientific research processes, procedures, and objectives. Possesses ability to implement experiments and other complex study designs 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. Possesses 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. Selected from national applicant pool or known to be nationally competitive.

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