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's degree in chemistry, biology, or a field directly related to research plus four (4) years of research-related work experience. Other equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Applicants must have demonstrated the ability to successfully work in an experimental setting and collaborate with others.
• Experience working with large animals is preferred, but not necessary.
• IACUC Research Training and Modules.
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including conducting literature reviews, data extraction, and contributing to research publications.
• Demonstrable initiative, integrity, and flexibility.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in groups; strong interpersonal & organizational skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis is preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Performs experiments with large animals.
• Euthanizes animals at study endpoint and retrieves experimental tissue samples.
• Helps others with experiments as needed.
• Responsible for data acquisition and management.
• Manages laboratory inventory, procurement, and equipment maintenance.
• Assists in keeping the lab clean and organized.
• Assists in preparing for regulatory inspections.
• Collaborates and schedules surgery days in the lab.
• Responsible for managing and updating IACUC Protocols as needed.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary research teams within and outside of the department.
• Mentors graduate and undergraduate students.
• Supervises, schedules, and coordinates the activities of less experienced research staff.
• Provides day-to-day mentorship and technical training to research assistants, graduate students, and visiting scholars.
• Participates in regular lab meetings, team discussions, and workshops.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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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.