Careers

Assistant Scientist, Healthcare Delivery Sciences and/or Population Health
Sanford Research invites applications for full time faculty at the rank of Assistant Scientist within Sanford Research in Sioux Falls, SD, with commensurate rank of Assistant Professor in the Sanford School of Medicine at The University of South Dakota. Sanford Research is the non-profit research branch under Sanford Health.

We seek outstanding scientists with research programs that focus on healthcare delivery and/or population health research in areas including areas such as healthcare IT, healthcare economics, and evidence-based practices an intervention. Successful candidates will build upon, enhance, and complement our existing infrastructure in accessing and utilizinghealthcare data, a common data model, andbehavioral economics.

Qualifications
Faculty applicants should hold a terminal degree in their field (such as MPH, MD, PhD), have a strong research track, and complement the existing strengths and the interdisciplinary and collaborative nature of Sanford Research. Physician Scientists are encouraged to apply. Candidates will be expected to develop independent research programs and secure extramural funding.

Application
Applicants should submit the following materials in a single pdf toresearchrecruitment@sanfordhealth.org.

• A detailed curriculum vitae
• Cover letter
• Description of research experience and future research plans with specific details on the relevance of their research to behavioral science and population health
• Three letters of recommendation

Assistant Scientist, Rare Disease Research
Sanford Research invites applications for full-time faculty at the rank of assistant scientist within Sanford Research in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, with commensurate rank of assistant professor at the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine.

We seek outstanding scientists with research programs that span areas of biomedical research impacting rare diseases. This could include, but is not limited to, understanding the underlying cellular and molecular mechanisms of rare diseases, using animal models to understand disease progression and design therapeutic interventions, and developing new therapeutic approaches to treat rare diseases. Significant institutional support, including modern laboratory space and state-of-the-art facilities will be provided. A comprehensive benefits package will be tailored to the candidate’s qualifications. Successful candidates will join a collaborative team with a well-established infrastructure in rare disease research and faculty mentorship. In addition, successful candidates will have to opportunity to partner with the Coordination of Rare Diseases at Sanford (CoRDS) international rare disease patient registry whose mission is to facilitate the advancement of rare disease research.

Qualifications
Applicants should hold a PhD, MD or MD/PhD degree and complement the existing strengths and interdisciplinary and collaborative nature of Sanford Research. Physician scientists are encouraged to apply. Candidates will be expected to develop independent research programs and secure extramural funding.

Application
Applicants should submit the following materials in a single pdf toresearchrecruitment@sanfordhealth.org.

• A detailed curriculum vitae
• Cover letter
• Description of research experience and future research plans with specific details on the relevance of your research to the specified area
• Three references to provide letters of recommendation upon request

Assistant/Associate/Full Biostatistics Faculty

The Sanford Center for Bio-Behavioral Research (SCBR) of Sanford Research, in Fargo, ND invites applications for a Biostatistician with a faculty-level appointment commensurate with experience. This faculty member will also serve as the Director of the Biomedical Statistics Division at SCBR. Candidates must meet the following minimum qualifications:

1. Hold a doctoral degree in statistics; or a field of behavioral research (e.g., psychology, neuroscience) with a strong statistical background
2. Have at least two years of experience and/or a postdoctoral fellowship with a strong record of collaborative research. Preference will be given to applicants with:
   1. Training and research expertise in a broad range of statistical techniques applicable to clinical samples
   2. A strong publication record of peer-reviewed articles
   3. A documented track record of success in obtaining extramural funding and/or current funding as principal investigator or statistician on funded projects
   4. A demonstrated history of strong research collaboration
   5. Experience with eating disorder or obesity-related research
   6. Possess good interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate statistical analyses, methods, and findings

The successful candidate will be expected to collaborate and work with research scientists on grant applications, ongoing grants, data sets, publications, and presentations and he/she may have a research program of his/her own as well. Title and highly competitive salary will be provided commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The current position will serve in the Sanford Center for Biobehavioral Research (CBR). CBR is comprised of three divisions: Behavioral, Biomedical, and Biomedical Statistics. These three divisions primarily work in the areas of eating disorders, obesity, and bariatric surgery.

Application
To apply, submit a brief introduction letter, curriculum vitae, description of research interests and future plans, and names and contact information of three references to Dr. Gail Williams-Kerver atGail.Williams@SanfordHealth.org.

Staff Scientist/Postdoctoral Fellowship – Weimer Lab
The Weimer Lab at Sanford Research is looking for a talented postdoctoral fellow or Staff Scientist to join their team. Research in the Weimer Lab focuses on understanding the processes that drive development of the cerebral cortex and how disruption in these processes contribute to a number of neuropediatric diseases. Within the Weimer team, this candidate would work with our Batten disease research team conducting preclinical studies screening for effective treatments for this rare pediatric disorder. Responsibilities may include work on identifying candidate therapeutics, implementing assays for rapid drug screening, developing and validating models of disease (including patient derived cell lines, rodent models, and large animal models) and in vivo screening of lead drug candidates.

Qualifications
应聘者应具有优秀的沟通能力(口头和书面)，高度的组织能力和团队合作能力。候选人必须能够进行独立的科学研究，包括设计和开发用于实验的研究目标;分析和评估调查结果;协助完成拨款申请和监管文件;撰写技术摘要和合著文章以供发表;准备并提交研究结果;能够在首席研究员的指导下工作。有分子生物学、细胞培养、蛋白质生物化学、神经科学和/或组织病理学等技术经验者优先。

Key Candidate Attributes:

• Possess ability to run complex pieces of equipment requiring advanced specialized training.
• Must possess knowledge of modern research methods, data collection, and analysis. Must have 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.
• Candidate should have extensive research experience including preparation of research manuscripts.

Applications
To apply, please send a CV with three references toresearchrecruitment@sanfordhealth.orgwith the subject line “Weimer Lab.”

The Warnhoff Lab in the Pediatrics and Rare Diseases Group at Sanford Research has an opening for a Postdoctoral Fellow to investigate the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying the pathology of molybdenum cofactor deficiency- a rare and devastating genetic disease. This research will be carried out using the model organismCaenorhabditis elegans, and will leverage the Warnhoff Lab’s expertise in genetic screens, whole-genome sequencing, CRISPR/Cas technology, fluorescent imaging, and molecular biology.

For further details of the Warnhoff Lab please visit:https://research.sanfordhealth.org/researchers-and-labs/warnhoff-lab

Qualifications:The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D in the Biomedical Sciences and technical expertise in genetics and molecular biology. The candidate will be provided mentorship and opportunities for professional growth. Additional expectations include preparing and writing manuscripts, presenting at seminars, and working collaboratively with our research team and the broader Sanford Research community.

Application:Interested individuals with a Ph.D., M.D. or M.D. /Ph.D. should send curriculum vitae, brief description of research interests and experience, and the names of three references to: researchrecruitment@sanfordhealth.org with subject line "Warnhoff Lab".

The Bustos Lab in the Pediatrics and Rare Diseases Group at Sanford Research has an opening for a Postdoctoral Fellow to investigate ubiquitin related signaling pathways that are disrupted in intellectual disabilities. This research will be carried out by using cutting-edge technologies to study signal transduction using pluripotent stem cells as a developmental model.

Qualifications:The ideal candidate will have PhD in Cell Biology, Biochemistry, or related discipline and experience in cell culture and molecular biology. Prior experience in stem cell biology or protein biochemistry and a publication record in international peer-reviewed journals are desirable. Candidates from underrepresented backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application:Please email Dr. Francisco BustosFrancisco.Bustos@sanfordhealth.orgwith a letter describing your experience and research interests, your CV, and names of three references. Informal enquiries are welcome. Visithttps://research.sanfordhealth.org/researchers-and-labs/bustos-labfor more information.

Postdoctoral position in the De la Puente Lab in the Cancer Biology and Immunotherapies Group is available at Sanford Research, Sioux Falls, SD. Interested candidate is expected to have recently obtained PhD and a strong track record of publications in Cancer and/or Immunology. (https://research.sanfordhealth.org/researchers-and-labs/de-la-puente-lab). The main job duty is to perform research to understand the role of tumor microenvironment components (extracellular matrix, stroma, and signaling) in cancer immune evasion so as to identify novel therapeutic targets by using patient-derived 3D cultures. The translational research project leverages multi-disciplinary approach in cancer biology, immunology, biomedical engineering/tissue engineering, OMICs, and high-throughputin vitropatient-derived models to probe complex biological processes and to pursue new therapeutic opportunities for ovarian cancer.

Application
Motivated individuals should send curriculum vitae, brief description of research interests and experience, and the names of three references toresearchrecruitment@sanfordhealth.orgwith subject line "de la Puente Lab".

桑福德研究中心儿科和罕见病组的Surendran实验室为研究与Alagille综合征相关的肾脏疾病的细胞和分子机制而招聘一名积极的博士后研究员。该研究将涉及整个外显子组序列分析，使用3D细胞培养分析，活细胞成像，验证使用BioID识别的近端蛋白，以及使用转基因小鼠模型。For further details of the Surendran lab please visit: https://research.sanfordhealth.org/researchers-and-labs/surendran-lab

Qualifications
Ideal candidate will have a Ph.D in the Biomedical Sciences and technical expertise in molecular biology, protein biochemistry, and bioinformatics. Candidate will be provided mentorship and opportunities for professional growth. Additional expectations include preparing and writing manuscripts, presenting at seminars and working collaboratively with our research team.

Application
Motivated individuals with a Ph.D., M.D. or M.D. /Ph.D. should send curriculum vitae, brief description of research interests and experience, and the names of three references to: researchrecruitment@sanfordhealth.org with subject line "Surendran Lab".

Postdoctoral Fellow/Staff Scientist – Savinov Lab
A position at the level of Postdoctoral Fellow or Staff Scientist is available in the lab of Dr. Alexei Savinov for a motivated and ambitious candidate with a strong background in Immunology and Molecular biology. Projects in the lab are focused on identifying cellular and molecular mechanisms leading to type 1 diabetes that are suitable for intervention, developing corresponding therapeutic approaches, and rigorous preclinical testing of these approaches.

Qualifications
Doctoral degree in molecular or cell biology, immunology, cancer biology, or a related field is required. Previous documented research experience with molecular cloning and Flow Cytometry is essential. A strong publication record along with advanced experience with primary cell culture, immunological techniques (such as ELISA, ELISPOT, Luminex, or manipulations of immune cells), and/or multi-color flow cytometry, is preferred. Familiarity with generating/characterizing mouse models, retroviral transduction, and immunofluorescent microscopy is highly desirable.

Application
Please send a CV, a cover letter and a list of three references toalexei.savinov@sanfordhealth.orgwith the subject line “Postdoctoral Fellow - Savinov Lab”.

Learn more about the Savinov Lab.