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Type of Position:
Research

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.
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

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.

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Department:
COP | Pharmaceutical Science

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
Postdoctoral fellow position is available for fully funded exciting comprehensive research projects to understand cellular and molecular mechanisms of cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic diseases and developing therapeutic strategies. Researchers in the collaborative environment are engaged in the development and testing of drugs to treat cardiovascular, kidney, and metabolic diseases. The Postdoctoral Fellow will conduct cutting-edge research that includes animal phenotyping, 3-D and organoid cell culturing, drug design, and omics techniques. Under general direction of the PI, the Postdoctoral Fellow will independently perform studies to advance the goals of the sponsored research projects. They will perform experiments, analyze data and compile results and monitor quality control processes to ensure research integrity. The Postdoctoral Fellow will receive advanced training to enhance professional skills and research independence needed for pursuit of a career. Successful applicants will be paid with NIH/University guideline-based salary plus health and retirement benefits and become a member of a highly motivated collaborative research team.

Qualifications:

• PhD or other terminal degree in Biomedical Sciences or related field

• Job requires a willingness to adjust hours according to the needs of particular experiments and ability to use independent judgment.

• Knowledge of experimental design and scientific approaches and methodologies.

• 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.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Develops and executes complex research methodologies and procedures. Perform research projects under the direction of the PI, using physiological, biochemical, molecular biological, and histological techniques. 

• Oversees the work of laboratory personnel including training and development as well as daily work direction/delegation/prioritizing.

• Participates in the preparation of research grants and submit postdoctoral training fellowships/grants.

• Manages analytical tools, including maintaining equipment, perform/supervise repairs, order supplies, negotiate with vendors, track purchase orders, update computer hardware and software.

• Participates in and assist with the organization of meetings with PIs and research staff to evaluate/interpret the validity of experimental data.

• Participates in career development training seminars, classes, and workshops.

• Maintains laboratory compliance with animal, biological, chemical, and radiation regulations.

• Assists in training of research technologists, students, and residents.

• Other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu  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. 

Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing, Sitting, Standing, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A

Benefits Eligible:
Yes