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Facility: Sanford Center Building

Location: Sioux Falls, SD

Address: 2301 East 60th St N, Sioux Falls, SD 57104, USA

Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 40.00

Salary Range: $19.00 - $30.50

Job Summary

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. The Pilaz lab studies the embryonic development of the cerebral cortex and the molecular mechanisms underlying neurodevelopmental diseases such as autism, microcephaly and other forms of intellectual disabilities. Within the Pilaz Lab, the candidate would work with mouse models to help investigate how neuron production is regulated in neural stem cells and how neurons maintain their function during early stages of postnatal development. Another focus of the work would be to utilize CRISPR technology to generate genetically engineered mouse models.

The candidate is expected to assist other research investigators by performing complex research and experimentation following established protocols, to perform routine lab and equipment maintenance, such as cleaning glassware, counter tops, and equipment. The bulk of the Pilaz Lab research leverages microscopy and image analysis of tissues, as well as -omics approaches coupled with bioinformatics. In addition, the candidate may be responsible for calibration of instruments and to setup and operate various scientific apparatus. The candidate may be expected to perform more complex scientific techniques, such as isolate and maintain various cell types in culture, including stem cells and perform surgeries involving animal models.

Additional Description

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.

Basic or general knowledge of laboratory procedures required.

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.

As a multi-site institution, occasional local travel between sites may be required.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a clinical, health or life science field required.

Demonstrated prior experience and competence in research a environment preferred.

Benefits

Sanford Health 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 .

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 .

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

Req Number: R-0199591

Job Function: Research

Featured: No