Research Specialist

Sanford Health•Sioux Falls, SD

5d•Onsite

About The Position

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. The Vermeer lab works in the field of cancer neuroscience. This exciting and growing field is focused on defining how tumor-infiltrating nerves control tumor growth and progression. The Research Specialist will be trained on many neuroscience techniques as well as standard cancer biology techniques. The lab environment is team-focused and every team member has their own projects. Dr. Vermeer meets with staff one-on-one weekly in addition to weekly whole lab meetings. When appropriate, staff members go to national meetings to present their findings. For more information visit https://research.sanfordhealth.org/

Requirements

Basic or general knowledge of laboratory procedures required.
Bachelor's degree in a clinical, health or life science field required.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated prior experience and competence in research a environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists other research investigators by performing non-complex research and experimentation following established protocols.
Performs routine lab and equipment maintenance, such as cleaning glassware, counter tops, and equipment.
May be responsible for calibration of instruments.
Sets-up and operates various scientific apparatus.
Assists with research projects.
Makes intellectual contributions to current research activities and contributes to the design of experiments and new techniques.
Prepares and weighs samples for testing and analysis.
Conducts tests, assays and other protocols as needed and under supervision.
Properly documents procedural actions as well as results.
Analyzes and/or summarizes findings.
Reviews and researches current literature as directed related to current research projects.
May be expected to perform more complex scientific techniques, such as isolate and maintain various cell types in culture, including stem cells and perform studies involving animal models.
May also be expected to know techniques specific to the research program.