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Sioux Falls, SD · On-site

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Avera Health

Community Health Worker

Sioux Falls, SD

$19.75 - $30/hr

Avera Research Institute-Sioux Falls Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon ...

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for avera research in the United States is $31.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $39.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive in an Avera Research role, you need a strong background in scientific research methods, data analysis, and often a degree in a life science or healthcare-related field. Familiarity with statistical software such as SPSS or SAS, as well as experience with electronic data capture systems, is typically required. Excellent project management, critical thinking, and clear communication skills help individuals excel in collaborative, multi-disciplinary research settings. These skills ensure that research studies are conducted efficiently, accurately, and in compliance with regulatory standards.

What is an Avera Research job?

An Avera Research job typically involves conducting studies, collecting and analyzing data, and contributing to medical or scientific advancements within the Avera Health system. Employees in these roles may work on clinical trials, public health initiatives, or healthcare innovation projects. They collaborate with medical professionals, researchers, and institutions to improve patient care and outcomes. Responsibilities vary based on the specific role, but positions often require analytical skills, attention to detail, and a background in healthcare or research.

What types of research projects does an Avera Research professional typically work on?

Avera Research professionals are often involved in a wide range of clinical and healthcare-related studies, including observational trials, interventional clinical trials, and community health research initiatives. They may coordinate participant recruitment, data collection, and contribute to the analysis and interpretation of results. Working closely with physicians, scientists, and regulatory teams is common, providing opportunities to contribute to advancements in patient care and medical knowledge. This diverse scope of projects helps build valuable experience and offers pathways for career progression in both clinical and academic research settings.

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Infographic showing various Avera Research job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 6% As Needed, 2% Full Time, 78% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,525 per year, or $31.5 per hour.
Clinical Research Coordinator OR Research Specialist

Clinical Research Coordinator OR Research Specialist

Avera Health

Sioux Falls, SD • On-site

$21.75 - $36.50/hr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 hours ago

Job description

Location:
Avera Research Institute-Sioux Falls
Worker Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Pay Range:
The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.
$21.75 - $36.50
Position Highlights
For this position, we will hire either a Clinical Research Coordinator or a Research Specialist.
  • Clinical Research Coordinator Pay Range: $24.00 - $36.50
  • Research Specialist Pay Range: $21.75 - $33.00

Clinical Research Coordinator Brief Overview
An advanced position that contributes to the overall operations of one or more research studies. The CRC is responsible for implementation of the study protocol, recruitment plan, study visits, data, study assessments, and other tasks outlined in the protocol. This position requires close collaboration with the study team and investigator to ensure safe and compliant research procedures and follow-up per the established research protocol. This position will work directly with research participants, physicians, nurses, community stakeholders, and health/social service organizations. This position has opportunities for ongoing learning and contribution to research that is focused on improving health and wellbeing of individuals and the community.
Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
  • Bachelor's From a four year college or university within the health and science field

Research Specialist Brief Overview
Works under general direction to perform professional level medical or scientific research assignments related to particular or specialized field of endeavor. Performs diverse and complex duties including, collection, processing and shipment of research specimens to local or reference labs, entering patient data into a variety of web based data capture systems, analysis, scheduling and conduct of daily research activities, retention and organization of documentation, and consenting subjects to nontreatment clinical trials.
Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
  • Associate's or equivalent from a 2 college or technical school or a minimum of 1 of clinical research experience or equivalent combination of education and work related experience.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
- This position may support multiple types of research projects at Avera Research Institute, including observational studies and clinical trials. Research areas may include maternal and child health, public health, clinical research, and other studies involving varied patient populations across multiple health conditions.
- This position may include supporting the ECHO study, Environmental influences on Child Health Outcomes, a longitudinal, observational study following pregnant women and their children to better understand how environmental exposures during the prenatal and early childhood time frame affect health outcomes for children later in life.
- The position may also support clinical trial activities across a variety of research areas. Responsibilities may include patient screening, recruitment and enrollment, data collection and management, study assessments, lab draws, EKGs, vital signs, study drug injections, patient education, and maintaining study records in an electronic database. The individual may also help ensure compliance with study protocols and regulatory requirements while working closely with a multidisciplinary team, including pharmacy, principal investigators, sponsors, and other research partners.
- We are seeking individuals who have a strong interest in working with diverse patient populations and research participants across multiple disease states and areas of research. This may include pregnant women, children, and patients participating in observational studies or clinical trials. Ideal candidates will have an interest in public health, maternal and child health, clinical research, and supporting research that advances health outcomes across a variety of populations.
Learn more about the Avera Research Institute at the link below:
https://www.avera.org/research-and-clinical-trials/research-institute/
You Belong at Avera
Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.
A Brief Overview
An advanced position that contributes to the overall operations of one or more research studies. The CRC is responsible for implementation of the study protocol, recruitment plan, study visits, data, study assessments, and other tasks outlined in the protocol. This position requires close collaboration with the study team and investigator to ensure safe and compliant research procedures and follow-up per the established research protocol. This position will work directly with research participants, physicians, nurses, community stakeholders, and health/social service organizations. This position has opportunities for ongoing learning and contribution to research that is focused on improving health and wellbeing of individuals and the community.
What you will do
  • Coordinates research studies per Good Clinical Practices guidelines, FDA regulations, and approved protocols.
  • Understands and adheres to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Ability to develop or improve SOPs, help guides, and other team resources.
  • Acquires detailed knowledge of assigned research protocols and ability to conduct study required processes, procedures, and assessments. Ability to prepare, utilize, and review Case Report Forms. Collects and manages data, Case Report Forms, and timely entry into the electronic data capture system.
  • Collects and assists with processing all laboratory specimens to include centrifuging, separating, measuring, storing, shipping, and distributing to appropriate testing areas. Maintains inventory of laboratory supplies and study kits.
  • Screens, recruits, and enrolls study participants using study's eligibility criteria. Preforms the informed consent, answering all participant questions, and obtaining appropriate sign-off.
  • Ensures the adherence to ethical practices during the conduct of clinical trials in order to protect the rights and well-being of patients and the collection of quality data.
  • Ensures validity of research results by ensuring timely, accurate, and complete data documentation, reporting deviations, violations, and serious adverse events.
  • Develops relationships with referring physicians, clinical staff, and ancillary departments to facilitate compliance with and accrual to clinical trials.

Essential Qualifications
The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.
Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
  • Bachelor's From a four year college or university within the health and science field

Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
  • 1-3 years Human Research
  • 1-3 years Laboratory or clinical

Expectations and Standards
  • Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
  • Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
  • Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
  • Maintain confidentiality.
  • Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
  • Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Benefits You Need & Then Some
Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.
  • PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
  • Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
  • Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship

Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to talent@avera.org.
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Avera Health, based in Sioux Falls, SD, US, is a significant player in the healthcare industry. This notable network of healthcare providers, hospitals, and health facilities serves over a million people across five Midwestern states. The health network was formed with the 1994 partnership of the Benedictine and Presentation Sisters, with its roots in compassionate service dating back to the late 1800s. Renowned for its commitment to providing excellent care and improving the health of individuals and communities, it has made significant strides in the medical field. Notable achievements include consistently high rankings in the top 15% of U.S. hospitals for clinical performance and patient outcomes.

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