Research Assistant I/II

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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• Research Assistant I: Bachelor's degree plus three (3) years of research experience.

• Research Assistant II: Bachelor's degree plus four (4) years of research experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Animal experience.

• Certified by the American Society for Clinical Pathology as a Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL).

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Prepares bone tissue sections for microscopic evaluation.

• Prepares samples for cutting and staining.

• Performs biomechanical testing such as 3-point bending, vertebral compression, and cyclic tibia compressive loading.

• Manages samples submitted by investigators, and purchases supplies.

• Performs equipment maintenance and quality control, data collection, and analysis.

• Manages day-to-day Core operations.

• Records all data in databases.

• Maintains databases.

• Coordinates online schedules for users.

• Teaches histomorphometry reading, biomechanical testing, and imaging analysis using micro-CT, BMD, X-rays, and bioluminescence to Core users.

• Assists with tissue harvest and Core inspections by biosafety or animal use committees.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

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

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

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.