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Type of Position:
Researchers
Job Type:
Regular
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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:
COP | Pharmaceutical Science
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Summary of Job Duties:
This is a Short term position that will end 6/30/26The laboratory is dedicated to understanding the mechanisms by which certain fatty acids influence cardiovascular, kidney, and metabolic function. Researchers in the laboratory are engaged in the development and testing of drugs to treat cardiovascular, kidney, and metabolic diseases. Under general direction of the PI and laboratory supervisors, the Research Assistant I will order supplies and reagents for the general use of all members of the laboratory, assist with routine and complex experiments for sponsored research projects, assist with compiling and analyzing data generated, and maintain laboratory equipment.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Sciences or related field plus 1 year of research experience.
Additional Information:
Monitor inventory for general laboratory use and order laboratory supplies, carry out assigned duties for ordering, maintaining supply of inventory. Track purchase orders and invoices.
Assist with experiments under the direction of the PI, using physiological, cell culture, biochemical, and histological techniques.
Performs routine laboratory maintenance including laboratory glassware washing, reagent and buffer preparations and laboratory restocking and cleaning. Operate, calibrate and perform routine maintenance on specialized equipment used in the laboratory. Maintain laboratory compliance with animal, biological, chemical, and radiation regulations.
Assist in the development and implementation of research protocols utilizing cell culture techniques.
Other duties as assigned.
This position is a Designated Research Position and is regulated by the Arkansas Research Education Protection Act of 2025. Prior to issuance of an offer of employment, the University is required to request and obtain additional information about an applicant’s background and, if required, conduct an additional review of that background information
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Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact [email protected] 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, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Feeling, Grasping, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Talking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Hearing, Sharps, Walking
Benefits Eligible:
YesOther facts
About University of Arkansas System
Since its inception, the University of Arkansas System has developed a tradition of excellence that includes the state’s 1871 flagship, land-grant research university; Arkansas’s premier institution for medical education, treatment and research; a major metropolitan university; an 1890 land-grant university; two regional universities serving southern and western Arkansas; seven community colleges; two schools of law; a presidential school; a residential math and science high school; a 100 percent-online university and divisions of agriculture, archeology and criminal justice. The individual entities of the UA System maintain cooperative strength as well as diverse offerings that exhibit unmatched economic and social impact to the state.
The University of Arkansas System provides communities in Arkansas with access to academic and professional opportunities, develops intellectual growth and cultural awareness in its students and provides knowledge and research skills to an ever-changing society. The system enrolls more than 70,000 students, employs over 27,000 employees, and has a total budget of over $4 billion. An intrinsic part of the texture and fabric of Arkansas, the UA System is a driving force in the state’s economic, educational and cultural advancement.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
What you'll do
- The Research Assistant I will assist with routine and complex experiments for sponsored research projects and maintain laboratory equipment. They will also order supplies and reagents for laboratory use and compile and analyze data generated.
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