Research Technologist

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Closing Date:

06/05/2024

Type of Position:
Staff - Engineering, Science, Agriculture

Job Type:
Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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

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Department:
COM | MBIM Blevins Lab

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
The Research Technologist provides support for research projects in an infectious disease microbiology laboratory within the Department of Microbiology and Immunology. The Research Technologist will perform general and more specific laboratory tasks, including: cleaning and sterilization of glassware, general laboratory cleaning, preparation of cell culture media and chemical solutions using appropriate aseptic techniques, preparation of microbiological media, growth and maintenance of bacterial cultures, light maintenance of lab equipment (including water baths, incubators, etc.), performance of basic molecular biology and microbiological techniques (isolation, growth, quantitation, storage and recovery), maintenance of chemical inventories, and data entry. This position may allow for developing own research projects if desired.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree plus two (2) years of laboratory experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Candidate should have a basic knowledge of the equipment used in a research laboratory.

• Should be capable of formulating and making stocks of media and other chemical reagents.

• Prior experience in cell culture techniques and basic microbiological techniques.

• Ability to keep organized records and notes needed.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Performs or assists with experiments that provides direct data contribution to ongoing research efforts (includes molecular cloning, RNA and DNA isolation and analysis, PCR and qRT-PCR, cell culture, animal experiments, and bacterial culture).

• Maintains inventory of laboratory supplies, cleaning and sterilization of glassware, general cleaning and restocking of the laboratory, making chemical reagents.

• Performs light maintenance of laboratory equipment (water baths, biological safety cabinets, microscope, etc.).

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Curriculum Vitae, Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [email protected]  for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
No Background Check Required

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:
Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A

Benefits Eligible:
Yes