Research Assistant - I/II

Closing Date:

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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• Level I - Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, environmental health, or related field plus three (3) years of research-related experience required.

• Level II- Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, environmental health, or related field plus four (4) years of research-related experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Cell culture.

• Working with DNA and RNA isolation and analysis protocols.

• Animal experimentation and handling.

• Able to stand for a significant period of time.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's in cancer biology, biology, toxicology, or related field.

• Animal experimentation and handling

• Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative(CITI) certification.

• Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) certification.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Maintains lab inventory, orders supplies, and oversees equipment maintenance.

• Ensures compliance with biosafety and hazardous material regulations.

• Trains and supervises junior staff/students on lab protocols.

• Perform cell culture (L2+), molecular biology (cloning, qPCR), and mutagenesis assays.

• Process and analyze genomic data from cell lines and clinical samples.

• Assists in experimental design, data collection, and manuscript/grant preparation.

• Manages breeding, genotyping, and regulatory documentation for murine models.

• Process human biospecimens while adhering to ethical guidelines.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands:

• Constantly - Keyboarding, Sharps, Standing, and Talking.

• Frequently - Climbing, Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting, and Repetitive Motion.

• Occasionally - N/A

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.