Senior Research Associate Acri (Multipod 2)

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED.

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Work Shift:

Please see job description for details.

Time Type:

Full time

Department:

CC039191 ACRI Research Programs

Summary:

Additional Information:

Required Education:

Master's Degree

Recommended Education:

Doctoral Degree

Required Work Experience:

Related Field

• 2 years of experience

Recommended Work Experience:

Research

• Related_Accomplishments related to Molecular Mechanisms or Disease or Organ systems, i.e., Primary or Secondary prevention of disease or modulation of the body's systems such as Endocrine or Immune system.

Required Certifications:

Recommended Certifications:

Description

1.Develops new procedures through conducting molecular, biochemical and cell biology analyses which may include, e.g., performing transcriptomic-based experiments [starting from study design] and from RNA through probe generation through data acquisition through to bioinformatics analyses and confirm some predetermined number of gene targets using real-time RT-PCR; clinical sample procurement and analysis; tissue or blood analyze determinations; animal model research; and other duties.

2.Maintains databases of all data obtained so as to enable regular data mining of the expanding database for particular diets and their effects.

3.Maintains equipment use and function in the areas of cell culture, "omics" technologies, real-time PCR systems, bio-analyzers, Bio-Plex, etc.

4.Works to develop research projects related to the mission of the ACNC, design experiments, conduct the experiments, analyze samples, calculate the results, organize the data, present data at local, national and international meetings as well as write manuscripts.

5.Assists in the coordination of lab personnel efforts working closely with others to insure proper procedures are carried out.

6.Performs other duties as assigned.