Research Technologist

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Closing Date : 10 / 09 / 2024

10 / 09 / 2024

Type of Position :

Staff - Engineering, Science, Agriculture

Job Type : Regular

Regular

Work Shift :

Sponsorship Available :

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 Small RNA Transport by Lipoproteins in Chronic Disease

Department's Website :

Summary of Job Duties :

Newly established laboratory in the Biomedical Research Building II on the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences main campus seeks a highly motivated and enthusiastic Research Technologist to assist in laboratory research in the field of cardio-metabolic disease with a focus on lipoproteins and dyslipidemia.

Candidates should send their curriculum vitae and contact information for three references to Dr. Ryan Allen ()

Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in a science related field plus two (2) years of experience in research laboratory testing and analysis required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

• Highly-motivated individuals
• Ability to work effectively in a team with individuals from diverse backgrounds and collaborate with colleagues in various departments.
• Possesses trouble-shooting / problem-solving skills
• Strong communication, presentation, and writing skills

Preferred Qualifications :

• B.S. in Biological Sciences, Health Sciences, or related field. 4 years relevant experience
• Demonstrated previous experience in mouse handling and / or cell culture is preferred (at least 6 months)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Zotero, GraphPad Prism

Additional Information :

Responsibilities :

• Performs routine laboratory work (pipetting, preparation of media / reagents, dish washing, autoclaving)
• Isolates lipoproteins from human and animal blood (density-gradient ultracentrifugation, size-exclusion chromatography).

Perform chemical analysis of isolated lipoproteins

• Grows and maintain eukaryotic cells in culture and perform experiments with direction from the PI
• Conducts bacterial cloning experiments and assist in the production of recombinant proteins in bacterial expression systems.
• Isolation of RNA and generation of high-throughput RNA sequencing libraries.
• Extraction of proteins and analysis by immuno-blot (Western blot).
• Manages and maintain a chemical / supply inventory.
• Assists with maintenance of a mouse colony, management of mouse databases.
• Ensures compliance with safe laboratory practices and audits.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information :

Commensurate with Education and Experience

Required Documents to Apply :

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents :

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Recruitment Contact Information :

Please contactfor any recruiting related questions.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements :

No Background Check Required

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 :

Grasping, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity :

Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity :

Climbing, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking

Benefits Eligible :