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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.
 

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.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

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.

At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Visit our website to learn more: https://ddei.uams.edu/

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu .

Department:
COM | Peds Critical Care

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
The Principal Staff Scientist will provide oversight, management and supervision of all laboratory personnel and projects with regard to the needs of each investigator and each project. This position works with outside agencies (e.g., NIH, research consortia and collaborators) and inside regulatory agencies (e.g., UAMS offices of human research, animal research and regulatory compliance) to ensure accurate documentation, workflow, reporting, accountability, and performance of all contracts, studies and protocols. The Principal Staff Scientist will provide direct oversight of hours and workflow of each employee or trainee (research assistants, research aides, students, residents, and fellows) in the laboratory. This position will oversee laboratory supply inventory and ordering with cost assignments to appropriate funding sources. Reports directly to the principal investigator on the above duties and works closely with the research manager to ensure efficiency and productivity.

Qualifications:

Doctoral degree and 10+ years of relevant experience; including significant project management experience, personnel supervision, and editorial and scientific contributions to grants required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Postdoctoral fellowship experience.

• Experience with mouse models of lung and mouse surgery.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Develops and conducts a variety of assays within the Varisco Laboratory including: cell culture and maintenance, immunologic based assays, molecular biology-based procedures and protocols, immunofluorescence and microscopy assays, animal studies, human lung tissue processing and culture, maintenance of laboratory logs and inventories, and the performance of day-to-day laboratory procedures.

• Procurement, handling and preparation of human lung tissue from NIH National Resource Center.

• Collects & maintains human lung slices, airway epithelial and smooth muscle cell cultures.

• Performs laboratory animal ordering and monitoring.

• Performs statistical analyses & evaluation of data.

• Assists in the development of research grant proposals and manuscripts.

• Gathers information to help develop, evaluate and modify study protocols and procedures to streamline experiments.

• Keeps detailed notes of experiments & activities and record in the electronic laboratory notebook.

• Trouble-shoots and maintains laboratory instruments and equipment.

• Serves as consultant for other laboratories.

• Serves as laboratory safety coordinator and attends mandatory safety meetings.

• Keeps up-to-date lab safety manual and chemical inventories.

• Trains lab employees on safety and ensure their training is current.

• May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

"Commensurate with education and experience"

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

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:
Criminal Background Check

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:
Sitting

Frequent Physical Activity:
Standing

Occasional Physical Activity:
Talking

Benefits Eligible:
Yes