Research Technician

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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.

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. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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High School diploma/GED plus two (2) years of experience performing tests research in a laboratory environment required.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Candidate must be willing to work with, handle, and perform experiments involving viruses and mammalian cell culture.

• Candidate should have a basic knowledge of the equipment used in a research laboratory and be capable of formulating and making stocks of media and other chemical reagents.

• Prior experience in sterile culturing techniques is preferable.

• Ability to keep organized records and notes is required.

• Must be able to move and clean laboratory equipment.

• Able to lift 20 lbs. This position will include: bending, standing, sitting for long periods in a biosafety cabinet, and repetitious movement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.

• Two years of laboratory experience.

• Prior experience working with cell culture and DNA cloning.

• Candidate should be proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, purify and maintain laboratory stocks for viruses, cell lines and plasmid DNA.

• Orders laboratory supplies (obtains quotes, fills and submits ordering forms, tracks order status and receiving orders), as well as restocking the laboratory, and maintaining records of laboratory inventories (reagents and supplies).

• Oversees staff compliance with the University, State and Federal guidelines for the safe operation of the laboratory.

• Performs or assists with experiments that provide direct data contribution to ongoing research efforts, including cloning of DNA constructs, preparation of next generation sequencing library, genetic manipulation of cell lines, etc.

• Trains new laboratory personnel in these techniques upon request.

• Perform general cleaning, cleaning and sterilization of laboratory materials including glassware and plastics, and maintenance of laboratory equipment (incubators, water bath, tissue culture hoods, microscope, liquid nitrogen tank, etc.)

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

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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.