Research Associate II

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Closing Date:

11/01/2024

Type of Position:

Researchers

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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

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Department:

COM | MBIM Liu Lab

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Research Associate is expected to participate in research projects by conducting experiments with input, but minimal supervision, from the Principal Investigator (PI). The research projects will focus on understanding host response to infections, and experiments will include (1) basic molecular, virology, and cell biology experiments: DNA/RNA isolation, PCR, real-time PCR, reverse transcription real-time PCR, protein purification, cloning, western blot, ELISA, aseptic tissue culture, immunofluorescence staining, infection (after training), and virus purification (after training).

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in science or related field plus four (4) years of research or research lab experience or

• Bachelor's degree in science or related field plus six (6) years of research or research lab experience required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Basic molecular biology, aseptic tissue culture experience.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Analyze experimental results, and present the results to the PI and other laboratory personnel.

• Assist the PI with protocol building and submission/approval (e.g., IACUC and IBC).

• Responsible for general lab management such as keeping lab inventories, SOPs, placing orders, lab maintenance, and staff training.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Curriculum Vitae, Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Con
tact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

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

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

No Background Check Required

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.

Constant Physical Activity:

Feeling, Grasping, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Stooping

Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes