Research Associate II

Arkansas Children's Hospital•Little Rock, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Arkansas Children's is a tobacco-free workplace. Flu vaccines are required. Arkansas Children's is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED or equivalent
High School Diploma/GED and 2 years of relevant experience, or 4 years of experience in lieu of a diploma/GED.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in a related field of study.

Responsibilities

Sample reception, storage, tracking and distribution.
Extraction of metabolites and samples preparation from a variety of biological substrates (blood, plasma, cells).
DNA extraction, base hydrolysis and protein analysis.
Analysis of samples with LC-MS and HPLC-ECD techniques.
Ordering chemicals and supplies for daily laboratory operation.
Provide laboratory, scientific, and administrative support for research projects.
Includes laboratory operations service request, providing quotes for services, coordination of project queue, maintenance of laboratory supplies, entering purchase requisitions, and ensuring compliance with all laboratory safety regulations.
Responsible for the operation of various Lab equipment.
Conducts experiments on various samples provided by lab users.
Quantitates various nutrients, chemicals, drugs and/or metabolites, ensuring quality and accurate results are provided and rewarded according to protocol.
Performs genotyping and methylation assays, DNA QC analysis, and DNA,RNA, and NGS fragment analysis using multiple types of equipment.
Responsible for sample reception, storage, tracking, and distribution.
Provides insight to project development with lab clients.
Responsible for extractions of metabolites and DNA extractions from a variety of biological substrates.
Created detailed reports and maintains records of varied ongoing lab projects.
Maintains all laboratory equipment to ensure its in proper working condition and keeps records of equipment maintenance including service contract maintenance schedules.
Instructs other personnel in labs in laboratory techniques and sample preparation.
Uses and disposes of radioactive and hazardous chemicals appropriately as required by law.
Maintain lab safety regulations and organization, purchase reagents, assays, consumables and equipment.
Trains new technical staff on proper operation of lab equipment and associated protocols.
Performs other duties as assigned.