Research Assistant II

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

8d•Onsite

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 Research Assistant II position 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.
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.