Marshfield Clinic Research Institute is seeking a scientist to establish an
independent portfolio in cancer epidemiology research

Careers at Marshfield Clinic Research Institute

Marshfield Clinic Research Institute (MCRI) is the largest private medical research institute in Wisconsin. MCRI is a division of a large integrated multispecialty healthcare system, Sanford Health, with hundreds of clinical facilities across the north-central U.S. MCRI is composed of five different research centers and employs over 35 doctoral-level scientists and more than 200 scientific and technical support staff. Research at MCRI is funded by a variety of federal agencies and other sources, including CDC, NIH, PCORI, FDA, and private industry. MCRI’s main campus is in Marshfield, a city about 2 hours north of Madison. It offers all the benefits of a small city lifestyle with convenient access to large metropolitan areas, including Minneapolis-St. Paul and Milwaukee. The community offers a rewarding, low stress lifestyle with short commute times, excellent schools, affordable housing, cultural events, and a variety of outdoor recreational activities.

Research Scientist Position in Cancer Epidemiology

MCRI is recruiting an Assistant or Associate Scientist in their Center for Clinical Epidemiology & Population Health. This individual should have a strong record of scientific discovery in their area of expertise, be able to secure externally funded research awards, and collaborate with other scientists and clinician investigators. The Assistant or Associate Scientist will lead a research program with a focus on cancer epidemiology, including involvement with the Connect for Cancer Prevention Study (CONNECT), an NCI-funded prospective cohort and research resource (https://www.cancer.gov/connect-prevention-study/) that MCRI has participated in for several years. Responsibilities will include: (a) lead and assist with cancer epidemiology research projects in collaboration with NCI and other CONNECT study sites across the U.S., (b) lead the local CONNECT study team at MCRI to ensure completion of operational milestones, and (c) lead and assist with analyses, manuscripts, and presentations to disseminate CONNECT study findings. The Assistant or Associate Scientist will be expected to develop an independent research portfolio with a focus on cancer epidemiology, partly comprised of CONNECT-related work, as well as other externally funded research that aligns with their interests and experience. The position will be onsite or hybrid, with a combination of in-office and remote presence (depending on project activities).

Qualifications

·        PhD or equivalent in epidemiology or a related field (see job posting for additional information)

·        Two years of relevant research experience, which may include work experience during a training program.

·        Prior research experience in cancer outcomes is preferred.

·        Strong analytic skills with training in biostatistics and use of statistical software (SAS is preferred).

·        Experience working on collaborative research teams, along with excellent communication skills.

·        Peer-reviewed scientific Journal publications demonstrating experience in cancer research is preferred.

MCRI offers competitive wages and benefits. For more information, contact Jeffrey VanWormer, PhD (jeffrey.vanwormer@sanfordhealth.org). Interested individuals should submit an application, along with a cover letter and CV, by visiting our website at https://sanfordcareers.com/ and searching for position number R-0273539.