Research Technician

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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 the Apply link/button.

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.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

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High School diploma/GED required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Able and willing to work with research animals.

• Ability to keep organized notes and records.

• Ability to effectively communicate through email and in person.

• Prior experience with laboratory rodents preferred.

• Prior experience in any of the following areas is preferred: Molecular cloning, bacteriology, yeast genetics, tissue culture, and next-generation sequencing.

• Prior experience in sterile culturing is preferred.

• Physical Requirements: Able to sit or stand for extended periods, handle fragile apparatus, walk from lab to research shared spaces, and lift to 10 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, and microbiology.

• Two years of research laboratory experience.

Responsibilities:

• Perform or assist with various experiments that provide data to ongoing research efforts, including molecular cloning, protein purification and biochemistry, tissue culture, microbiology, and next-generation sequencing.

• Ensure the lab is maintained in good order, including but not limited to inventory assessment of reagents and consumables, formulating stock solutions, and upkeep of the lab.

• Manage and maintain the anaerobic chamber system, including daily monitoring of chamber conditions, coordinate the ordering and replacement of mixed gas tanks, perform routine cleaning, and participate in specialized training as required.

• Perfrom other duties as assigned.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.

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

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.