Research Assistant I

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

27d

About The Position

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. This is a Short term position that will end 6/30/26 The laboratory is dedicated to understanding the mechanisms by which certain fatty acids influence cardiovascular, kidney, and metabolic function. Researchers in the laboratory are engaged in the development and testing of drugs to treat cardiovascular, kidney, and metabolic diseases. Under general direction of the PI and laboratory supervisors, the Research Assistant I will order supplies and reagents for the general use of all members of the laboratory, assist with routine and complex experiments for sponsored research projects, assist with compiling and analyzing data generated, and maintain laboratory equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Sciences or related field plus 1 year of research experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory for general laboratory use and order laboratory supplies, carry out assigned duties for ordering, maintaining supply of inventory.
• Track purchase orders and invoices.
• Assist with experiments under the direction of the PI, using physiological, cell culture, biochemical, and histological techniques.
• Performs routine laboratory maintenance including laboratory glassware washing, reagent and buffer preparations and laboratory restocking and cleaning.
• Operate, calibrate and perform routine maintenance on specialized equipment used in the laboratory.
• Maintain laboratory compliance with animal, biological, chemical, and radiation regulations.
• Assist in the development and implementation of research protocols utilizing cell culture techniques.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees