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Assistant Scientist - Clinical Biostatistician

Good Samaritan Society, Fargo, ND, United States


Careers With Purpose
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.

Position Details
Facility: Amber Valley

Location: Fargo, ND

Address: 4840 23rd Ave S #201, Fargo, ND 58104, USA

Shift: Day

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 40.00

Salary Range: $37.50 - $62.00

Department Details
Sanford Research, in collaboration with North Dakota State University’s College of Health and Human Sciences, is hiring an Assistant Scientist. This position will be responsible for supporting faculty and scientists’ biostatistical needs in clinical research, as well as providing didactic instruction and student mentoring through the university. Qualified candidates will have a strong background in biostatistics, including methodology and design, hypothesis testing, bioanalytic approaches, and power analyses. Preferred candidates will have experience with clinical research, NIH grant writing, large data sets and teaching and mentoring. Candidates may have their own line of research.

Job 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. 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.

Possesses ability to implement experiments in the subject discipline with the ability to troubleshoot 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.

Benefits
Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full‑time and part‑time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home‑work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employment
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 1‑877‑673‑0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.

Drug Free Workplace Policy
Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre‑employment background screening as a condition of employment.

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