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University of Arkansas System

Research Associate I – Hossain Laboratory

University of Arkansas System

. Help design and perform experiments under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in molecular biology techniques, including RNA and protein isolation, flow cytometry, and immunotherapy evaluation. Proficient in conducting in vivo studies and preparing scientific documentation, with a strong foundation in biology, pharmacology, and physiology.

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Molecular Biology TechniquesFlow CytometryCell Culture PreparationImmunotherapy EvaluationSurgical Procedures

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Hard Skills
RNA IsolationProtein IsolationGene Expression StudiesCell SortingMicroscopyLentiviral TransductionsWestern BlotPCRTissue ProcessingAdenoviral Transfections
Soft Skills
Data AnalysisResearch ReportingLiterature ResearchStatistical AnalysisScientific Presentation
Tools & Technologies
Flow Cytometry EquipmentCell Culture SystemsBiostatistics SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareData Management Tools
Industry Keywords
ImmunologyMicrobiologyMolecular BiologyIn Vivo StudiesResearch Protocols

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Help design and perform experiments under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator
  • Monitor project progress and collect, analyze, and summarize research data
  • Plan and conduct routine molecular studies, including RNA and protein isolation, gene and protein expression studies, cell sorting, microscopy, flow cytometry, and cell isolation
  • Perform routine cell and tissue culture
  • Conduct lentiviral transductions
  • Evaluate the in vitro efficacy of immunotherapies against various solid cancer cells
  • Perform surgical procedures to establish in vivo tumor models
  • Study the effects of immunotherapies on tumor growth in vivo
  • Participate in publishing research findings
  • Contribute to preparing grant proposals for funding agencies
  • Conduct research on the lymphatics project
  • Prepare and contribute to research progress reports, manuscripts, patent applications, and other scientific documents
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree PLUS four (4) years of research experience required
  • Understanding of the principles of biology, pharmacology, and physiology
  • Proficiency in handling laboratory animals and performing surgical and nonsurgical animal procedures
  • Proficiency in preparing and maintaining cell cultures
  • Experience with experimental methods commonly used in immunology, microbiology, and molecular biology
  • Experience with Western blot, PCR, flow cytometry, tissue processing for histopathology, and adenoviral transfections
  • Computer skills in word processing, data management, biostatistics, and scientific presentations
  • Ability to conduct literature research, perform simple statistical analyses, and prepare scientific presentations
  • Ability to refine ongoing protocols, summarize interim and final results, and develop new research protocols
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
  • No sponsorship available

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • 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)
  • Up to 10% matched retirement 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
  • Benefits eligible position