Assistant Staff Scientist at University of Arkansas for

About The Role

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Closing Date

10/22/2026

Type of Position

Researchers

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 | Neuro & Devel Sci Immune

Department's Website

Summary of Job Duties

The Assistant Staff Scientist will support innovative, NIH-funded research within the Department of Neuroscience focused on advancing the understanding of neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative diseases. This position will conduct advanced laboratory experiments, contribute to scientific manuscripts and grant proposals, coordinate daily laboratory operations, and provide training and guidance to students and research personnel. The position requires 100% effort dedicated to various research grants under the supervision of Dr. Paul Drew.

Qualifications

Master's Degree PLUS two (2) years of relevant experience in laboratory training that include cloning, PCR/RT-PCR, western blot, and aseptic mammalian cell culture handling
Preference given for IACUC and Biosafety Protocol experience, Clinical Research Quality Manager certification, Certified Clinical Research Professional or similar.

Additional Information

Responsibilities

Perform experiments relating to neuroscience. He or she will be responsible for growth of mammalian cells, conduct research to understand neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative diseases using molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, and immunological methods including western blotting, immunoprecipitation, molecular genetic techniques, RNA-Seq, rtPCR, Bioinformatics, and microscopy imaging programs. The applicant will also have experience dissecting different brain regions, and culturing brain cells

Help write scientific manuscripts and grant proposals by supplying information pertaining to experiments undertaken as described and composing initial manuscript drafts. Reading scientific literature to design new experiments. Develop new research skills that strengthen his/her independent research ability.

Organize and oversee daily operations of the laboratory, including: ordering supplies and small equipment, maintaining, chemical inventories, entering computerized data, and performing routine chemical and instrumental safety checks.

Help train graduate students, other postdoctoral researchers, technicians, and any temporary undergraduate students that enter the lab.

Other duties as assigned.

Salary Information

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply

Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)

Optional Documents

Special Instructions to Applicants

Recruitment Contact Information

Please contact [email hidden] 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.