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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.

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Department:
CPH | EHS Hsu

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is interested in supporting research projects in a variety of experimental models including population research, animal studies, and cell culture studies to understand the impact of exposure including heavy metals, trace elements, pesticides, tobacco usage, and chemotherapies, in health outcomes. This is a full-time Post-Doctoral Fellow (100% FTE) and will require working with human samples. Prior experience with inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC–MS) is desirable. Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the Post-Doctoral Fellow will provide high-quality and professional operational support to maintain and support the analytical instrument in the laboratory including Thermo Vanquish HPLC coupled with iCAP RQ ICP-MS. The Post-Doctoral Fellow will be expected to work independently and as part of a team to ensure high-quality data acquisition; maintaining accurate records; assisting with the quality assurance, quality control, and integrity of the data; conducting systematic searches on the Internet and via PubMed; and other duties as assigned. Training opportunities exist with UAMS academic units and centers, as well as opportunities for instrumentation and software learning.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. degree in analytical chemistry, chemistry, biochemistry, or a related field.

• Hands-on experience in heavy metal analysis.

Special knowledge, abilities and skills:

• In-depth understanding of both hardware and software of ICP-MS and/or LC-MS

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in working with human samples is a strong plus. Proficiency in ICP-MS software and data analysis

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Develops heavy metals and trace element analysis workflows including sample preparation, microwave digestion, speciation, and data acquisition for assays of biological samples.

• Performs LC-MS analysis of small molecules in biological samples.

• Works with team to develop surveys, trainings, and protocols to support research projects.

• Supports research team in summarizing results and literature reviews that inform presentations, papers, and research projects.

• Participates in regular project meetings, trainings, provides updates on progress, and communicates regularly with study team.

• Works with study team to develop and implement secure systems for assuring the quality, confidentiality, and safety of the data and work with study team to maintain appropriate study logs, records, and databases.

• Other duties may be assigned to this position.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

Salary Information:

Post doctoral fellow salaries are determined by the NRSA stipend level

Required Documents to Apply:

Curriculum Vitae, Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applicants must upload a resume and/or CV to be considered for the position

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:
Sitting, Standing

Frequent Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:
Balancing, Driving, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Walking

Benefits Eligible:
Yes