What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Staff Scientist position at University of Arkansas?
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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.
The safety of our team members at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is our top priority.For this reason, successful applicants for this position must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or have an approved medical or religious exemption on file with our Student & Employee Health Services dept.UAMS will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure compliance.
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:COP | Pharmaceutical Science
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PhD or other terminal degree in Biomedical Sciences or related field plus ten (10) years of relevant experience.
Expertise with several of the following techniques: cell culture, animal cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic phenotyping, omics assays, Western blot, flow cytometry, ELISA assays, histology and IHC, spectrophotometry, and RT-PCR.
Ability to read, understand, follow and enforce safety procedures.
Ability to design, organize, and coordinate scientific research projects.
Applicant must exhibit attention to detail, think critically, and demonstrate initiative.
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Responsibilities:
Develop and execute complex research methodologies and procedures. Perform experiments under the direction of the PI, using physiological, biochemical, molecular biological, and histological techniques.
Manage analytical tools, including maintaining equipment, perform/supervise repairs, order supplies, negotiate with vendors, track purchase orders, update computer hardware and software.
Maintain laboratory compliance with animal, biological, chemical, and radiation regulations.
Oversee the work of laboratory personnel including training and development as well as daily work direction/delegation/prioritizing.
Manage data entry by staff, and activities surrounding database, data collection, and data entry and data management.
Participate in and assist with the organization of meetings with PIs and research staff to evaluate/interpret the validity of experimental data.
Assist in training of research technologists, students, residents, and post-doctoral fellows.
Other duties as assigned.
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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.
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.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to age, race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Salary : $50,000 - $0
