Research Assistant I

Closing Date:

12/22/2025

Researchers

Regular

Sponsorship Available:

Yes

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

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

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The Research Assistant (RA) should have experience working in a laboratory setting. Our laboratory is interested in experimental pediatric heart transplantation using piglets. The RA will be responsible for designing, conducting, and analyzing experiments. A surgeon leads operations involving open-heart surgery with clinical training, working closely with the RA. The RA would be required to work independently on research projects and prepare manuscripts for publication. The RA will also attend daily clinical rounds to interact with the clinically active members of the laboratory. Our laboratory is well-funded. The ideal candidate would still be interested in obtaining grant funding to achieve career progression to faculty or staff scientist.

Bachelor's degree i n Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field plus one (1) year of research laboratory experience, including breeding and genotyping requried.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge in Biochemistry, Molecular and Cancer Biology, tissue culture, and microscopy skills.
• Must have demonstrated the ability to independently design and successfully carry out experiments in a laboratory setting.
• Must record data and report clearly on the study's findings.
• Willingness to perform animal studies is required.

Responsibilities:

• Designs and plans experiments.
• Participates in experimental transplantation, post-operative care, and analysis.
• Organizes and maintains the lab.
• Writes publications and protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Optional Documents:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

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.

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Standing, Talking, Walking

Balancing, Crouching, Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping

Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Lifting

Yes