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Research Specialist - Functional Genomics and Bioinformatics Core

Sanford Research
Sioux Falls, SD Full Time
POSTED ON 8/5/2025 CLOSED ON 9/5/2025

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Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

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Eligible employees receive base life insurance and disability at no cost to help with financial needs.

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

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Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

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

Department Details

The Functional Genomics and Bioinformatics (FGB) Core at Sanford Research has a Research Specialist opening for a highly motivated recent graduate with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in biomedical sciences (biology, chemistry, computational biology, genetics, etc). The FGB Core provides services including gene expression analysis using RNAscope, chromatin immunoprecipitation (ChIP), RT-qPCR, cell line genome editing, RNA-sequencing data analysis, ChIP-sequencing data analysis and network analysis, single cell RNA (scRNA) library preparation for sequencing and analysis of scRNA sequencing datasets. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team with expertise in a wide array of techniques and have the opportunity to be trained in cutting-edge genomics techniques while contributing to multiple research projects. For details of the core please visit: https://research.sanfordhealth.org/services/core-facilities/functional-genomics-and-bioinformatics-core

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. 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-0223209

Job Function: Research

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