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University of Arkansas System

Post Doctoral Fellow – Peds – Surgery

University of Arkansas System

. Train and manage research associates, residents, and students engaging in basic and translational research .

Posted 10/20/2026full-timeLittle Rock • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and conducting independent research studies, particularly in sepsis, inflammation, and organ injury. Proven ability to mentor and manage research teams while securing funding and publishing findings.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Ph.D.Independent Research DesignAnimal ExperimentationData AnalysisMentoring

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Hard Skills
Experimental DesignData RecordingResearch PublicationGrant WritingLaboratory Management
Soft Skills
Team CollaborationClear CommunicationMentorship
Certifications & Qualifications
Annual TB ScreeningCriminal Background CheckSubstance Abuse Testing
Industry Keywords
Translational ResearchSepsisInflammationOrgan InjuryLarge Animal Models

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Train and manage research associates, residents, and students engaging in basic and translational research
  • Organize and oversee the laboratory
  • Conduct research studies relevant to the Principal Investigator’s laboratory
  • Study sepsis, inflammation, and organ injury in large animal models
  • Direct experiments autonomously
  • Complete independent research projects
  • Apply for appropriate intramural and extramural funding opportunities
  • Perform animal experiments
  • Design experiments and analyze data for agreed-upon research studies
  • Write research papers for publication and grant applications
  • Mentor graduate students and technicians

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Ph.D. required
  • Demonstrated ability to independently design and successfully carry out experiments in a laboratory setting
  • Ability to record data and report clearly on study findings
  • Experience interacting with team members and engaging trainees in experiments is ideal
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
  • Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing
  • Resume required

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