Research Assistant – I/II Position Available In Pulaski, Arkansas

Research Assistant – I/II
at UAMS (University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
Job Description
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Closing Date:

06/25/2025

Type of Position:

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

NoInstitution 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
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.
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Department:

CPH | EHS Boysen

Department’s Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

Under the supervision of Dr. Boysen, the Research Assistant I/II will support laboratory operations and research projects investigating cancer etiology and therapy development. Responsibilities include managing lab workflows, conducting experiments using cell line models and clinical samples, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.

Qualifications:

Level I – Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, environmental health, or related field plus three (3) years of research-related experience required.
Level II- Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, environmental health, or related field plus four (4) years of research-related experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Cell culture.
Working with DNA and RNA isolation and analysis protocols.
Animal experimentation and handling.
Able to stand for a significant period of time.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s in cancer biology, biology, toxicology, or related field.
Animal experimentation and handling
Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative(CITI) certification.
Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) certification.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

Maintains lab inventory, orders supplies, and oversees equipment maintenance.
Ensures compliance with biosafety and hazardous… For full info follow application link.
UAMS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (501) 686-6432 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
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