Research Associate I

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

2d•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. 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

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, microbiology, bacteriology, biochemistry, genomics or related field, plus four (4) years of research laboratory experience required.
Basic knowledge of the equipment used in a research laboratory.
Willing to work with, handle, and perform experiments involving laboratory mice.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Microbiology (e.g., bacteriology) or a related field.
3 to 4 years of laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

Perform experiments relating to mouse work and bacteriology research.
Organize and oversee the daily operations of the laboratory, including: ordering supplies and small equipment, maintaining chemical inventories, entering computerized data, and performing routine chemical safety checks.
Help train graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and any temporary undergraduate students who enter the lab.
Perform other duties as assigned.