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Associate Staff Scientist
University of Arkansas System. Devote 100% effort to various research grants supervised by Dr.
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in microbiology and biochemistry through extensive experience in laboratory research, including proficiency in cloning, PCR/RT-PCR, and flow cytometry. Capable of independently designing experiments and training team members while maintaining a collaborative research environment.
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Ph.D. Biomedical SciencesPostdoctoral Experience in MicrobiologyCloning and PCR/RT-PCRFlow CytometryAnimal Models of Disease
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Hard Skills
Bacterial GeneticsFungal GeneticsSynthetic BiologyWestern BlottingMouse ModelsTissue CultureDNA Library MaintenanceExperimental DesignLaboratory TrainingData Entry
Soft Skills
Excellent Verbal SkillsExcellent Written SkillsAttention to DetailCollaborative TeamworkAnalytical Skills
Tools & Technologies
Flow Cytometry EquipmentELISA KitsLaboratory Safety EquipmentComputerized Data SystemsChemical Handling Tools
Industry Keywords
MicrobiologyBiochemistryBiomedical SciencesMolecular BiologyResearch Grants
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Devote 100% effort to various research grants supervised by Dr. Miranda Wallace
- Perform experiments involving bacterial and fungal genetics, synthetic biology, engineered Saccharomyces cerevisiae var. boulardii probiotic systems, flow cytometry, ELISA, western blotting, mouse models of gastrointestinal disease, and tissue culture
- Maintain microbial and tissue culture cell lines and DNA libraries
- Independently design and carry out animal models of disease
- Help write scientific manuscripts, grant proposals, progress reports, and other written products
- Collaborate with lab members to complete written products and research activities
- Read and identify scientific literature to design new experiments
- Develop new research skills to strengthen independent research ability
- Organize and oversee daily laboratory operations, including ordering supplies and equipment, maintaining inventories, entering computerized data, and performing routine chemical and instrumental safety checks
- Train graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, technicians, and temporary undergraduate students
- Foster a collaborative research environment
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
What you’ll need- Ph.D. Biomedical Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or Molecular Biology
- Life sciences emphasis in microbiology or biochemistry
- Four (4) years of postdoctoral experience in microbiology or a related biological field
- Three (3) years of experience in laboratory training
- Experience with cloning, PCR/RT-PCR, western blot, flow cytometry, animal models, and septic mammalian cell culture handling
- Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and analytical skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work independently as part of a multidisciplinary collaborative team
- Ability to stand near the bench, arrange apparatus on the bench, handle fragile apparatus, and frequently walk between labs
- Ability to lift up to 10 lbs.
- Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- 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