Research Assistant II

University of Arkansas • Little Rock, AR

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Associate II supports laboratory-based research by developing and implementing experimental protocols, conducting complex laboratory analyses, and maintaining research data systems to ensure data integrity, quality, and security. This position collaborates closely with the Principal Investigator to manage research data, troubleshoot project-related issues, analyze and interpret research findings, and prepare progress reports. The incumbent also stays current with emerging scientific methods and literature to support ongoing research initiatives and contribute to the advancement of research objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or a related field PLUS two (2) years of experience in a related research or laboratory setting.
• Ability to independently design, conduct, and troubleshoot scientific experiments using established scientific methods.
• Ability to safely handle small laboratory animals.
• Ability to stand at a laboratory bench, arrange equipment, handle fragile laboratory apparatus, frequently walk between laboratories, and lift up to 20 pounds.
• Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in biological sciences or a related field.
• Experience with flow cytometry, molecular biology techniques, and polymerase chain reaction (PCR).
• Training or experience in the safe handling of small laboratory animals.

Responsibilities

• Maintains new and existing project and/or research databases.
• Establishes quality control and security protocols.
• Advises the Principal Investigator regarding project data issues and resolutions.
• Develops research protocols for experimental analyses.
• Performs laboratory-based experimental work.
• Participates in the evaluation of research results.
• Performs statistical analyses of data collected.
• Evaluates and provides regular reports of study progress and research literature for new techniques that can be applied to on-going studies.
• Performs 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: Mid Level