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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 theApply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

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.

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Ph.D., M.D, or D.V.M. in Microbiology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry or a related field required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• At least two years of experience in microbiology or related biological field.

• Three or more years of experience in laboratory training that include cloning, PCR/RT-PCR, western blot, and aseptic mammalian cell culture handling.

• Good communication skills including communicating with others, presenting scientific findings at scientific conferences, and writing scientific manuscripts and grant proposals.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Conducts research as outlined with minimal supervision in funded and propose grant applications under the direction and mentorship of the Principle Investigator (PI) of Collaborators.

• Develops or modifies research protocols and collects background information for ongoing and future experiments and grant projects.

• Troubleshoots new and existing experimental approaches and makes recommendations for research refinement and protocol development.

• Prepares publications and presents data in written and oral presentations.

• Participates in preparing grant proposals and assists the PI in these duties.

• Prepares and processes new research proposals and amendments according to institutional and departmental policies, procedures and federal regulations.

• Participates in periodic site visits from sponsor agencies, regulatory authorities and others to review research, source documentation and research procedures.

• Maintains proper records of experiments in detail. Documents all experimental results including photos where appropriate.

• Maintains a safe work environment and safety training.

• Maintains a safe work environment and safety training.

• Maintains all necessary records for equipment, maintenance, use, etc. (this may include service contracts and scheduled maintenance visits).

• Attends seminars and meetings as instructed or suggested by the mentor/supervisor.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

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.