Research Associate I

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

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• Bachelor plus Five (5) years of research and/or research lab experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proficient with general biochemical and molecular biology techniques.
• Experience working with laboratory animals.
• Willing to learn new skills and techniques.
• Able to keep organized laboratory records and notes.
• Good communication and computational skills.
• Ability to work independently.

Preferred Qualification:

• MS/PhD degree in Biological Science or related fields

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Performing research experiments, keeping experimental records
• Performs research experiments including cell culture, migration assays, Western Blots, PCR, Flow Cytometry, and microscopy work. Keeps descriptive and accurate records of all experiments performed, data entry and analysis.
• Training new laboratory personnel
• These duties will include, (1) training of new employees and/or students in basic laboratory techniques (2) overseeing staff compliance with the University, State and Federal guidelines for the safe operation of a laboratory.
• Performing related responsibilities as required or assigned by the supervisor
• Other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.