Research Associate 1

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Closing Date:

11/24/2026

Type of Position:

Researchers

Job Type:

RegularNo

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 | Surgery General Peds

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

We are seeking individuals with a relevant scientific or experimental background to assist with projects in the Critical Care Laboratory. Our team conducts innovative basic science research that centers around multiple facets of critical care, including trauma, inflammation, and organ injury. Our laboratory has several collaborations with other research scientists and is also a training environment for medical/graduate students, residents, and fellows. An ideal candidate will therefore have excellent communication skills and will be enthusiastic about teaching and involving trainees in experiments. While not required, previous experience working in research laboratories or with animals is beneficial. Excellent organizational skills are essential to coordinate projects and schedules. The individual in this position will work under the direction of the PI and Program Manager, and will regularly interact with research staff, laboratory personnel, colleagues and collaborators at the University of Arkansas Medical Sciences, Arkansas Children’s Research Institute, and other institutions.

Duties will include: project management and oversight, performing experiments, data acquisition, assistance with regulatory activities related to the research program, laboratory maintenance, supply inventory, and supervision of trainees including medical students, residents, fellows and other members of the research staff. This position does involve working with large animals. Though previous experience working with animals is not necessary, a willingness to work with them is.

Qualifications:

• 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.

Qualifications Equivalencies:

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.

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Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

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:

Driving, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes