Research Assistant

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Closing Date: 01/11/2025 Type of Position: Clinical Staff - Medical Services Job Type: Regular Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No 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 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. 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. At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu. Department: COM | MBIM Blevins Lab Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties: The Research Assistant will coordinate technical, financial, procurement, and training activities of the DNA and Next Generation Sequencing Core facility. Primary duties include overseeing the day-to-day operation of the facility, and they will also operate the core instrumentation and analyze data related to customer requests for internal and external research projects. Qualifications: Master's degree in chemistry, biology, microbiology, statistics or related field plus one (1) years of research experience or Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, microbiology, statistics or related field plus three (3) years of research experience required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills. Must be proficient in routine Microsoft Office products. Must have a basic knowledge of equipment used in a research laboratory. Should be capable of making chemical reagents. Ability to keep organized records and notes needed. Prior experience on molecular biology. Knowledge of software and experience analyzing and interpreting data using various software programs. Physical Requirements: Able to move and clean pieces of laboratory equipment and needs to be reasonably active and able to be on their feet approximately 20% of the day. Additional Information: Responsibilities: Manage and operate a campus DNA and Next Generation Sequencing Core facility utilized by over 100 internal and external researchers. Maintain and operate core instruments, perform analyses requiring specialized training analyzing and interpreting results. Develop new protocols and methods for operating, maintaining and improving data analysis and daily operation of the core. Establish and maintain positive working relationships and collaborations with all researchers utilizing the core facility. Perform data analysis of samples and prepare data for publication and presentations. Educate researchers on interpretation of data. Discuss and evaluate results with researchers and troubleshoot with researchers to improve methods and results. Provide consultation for experimental design for facility users. Assist with billing for services rendered and entering services into customer database to track researcher usage and needs. Maintain an on-line scheduling system for appointments and analysis. Assist the Flow Cytometry Core personnel as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience Required Documents to Apply: Resume Optional Documents: Special Instructions to Applicants: Recruitment Contact Information: Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu 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: Criminal Background Check 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: Sitting, Standing Frequent Physical Activity: Sitting, Standing Occasional Physical Activity: Lifting, Stooping Benefits Eligible: Yes At the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), we are looking for health care and non-health care professionals who believe in excellence as a way of life. If you think you have the skills and commitment to succeed at the highest level, consider a career at UAMS, the state’s only academic health sciences center. Combining diverse talents and expertise, our employees work together to provide advanced patient care. We currently have a wide variety of positions available, from patient care to support staff- we may have the perfect position for you. UAMS is Arkansas’ only comprehensive academic health sciences center. We educate and train the vast majority of the state’s physicians and prepare doctors, scientists, nurses, pharmacists and health professionals through innovation, compassion, teamwork and patient- and family-centered care so they can impact the world. UAMS rewards its nurses! Statewide opportunities are available in direct patient care, education, and research settings. We offer Bonus Programs, Hotel Lodging, New Graduate RN Residency and support for Clinical Ladder, National Certification, Shared Governance, and Recognition Programs to name a few. Go to nurses.uams.edu for more details. The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, visitors, and prospective employees. The below report is provided in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA). 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Salary : $50,000