Research Technician
π Role Overview & Responsibilities
The Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is Arkansas' only academic cancer treatment and research facility. The institute's staff of doctors, nurses, researchers, and other healthcare professionals is dedicated to improving cancer care for the people of Arkansas and beyond. The UAMS is a high-class research institution committed to training the next generation of scientists in scientific innovation and discovery. In addition, the UAMS and Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute provide a productive research environment with Arkansas Children's Hospital, Arkansas Veterans Hospital, and National Center for Toxicological Research (NCTR).
A research technician position is available in the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Position Independently conducts cancer research and Pharmacology/Toxicology studies using animal models under the direction of the PI; Performs molecular, cell biology, and rodent experiments and develops or modifies standard test procedures to reflect actual experimental needs of the project (80%) and do administrative duties including record keeping, equipment & supply maintenance and document editing (10%). Responsible for routine managing of project experimental design; statistical analysis and evaluation of experimental data; recommends modifications to standard experimental protocols based on actual experimental results (10%). The primary research has focused on the roles of nuclear receptors and noncoding RNAs in liver and pancreatic injuries and cancers using newly advanced multi-omics approaches (scRNA-seq, scChIP-seq, and scATAC-seq), liver cell imagers, and organoid models combined with whole-body/conditional knockout mouse models.
Candidate should have a biology-related bachelor's degree. In addition, applicants with research experience in animal handling or cell culture/molecular biology are highly preferred but not required. The position will come with mentoring and solid support from the principal investigator for career development, aiming to build a new career in the US biotech industry or to enter a Ph.D. graduate program after 1-3 years of research training with proper publication(s). The UAMS is a high-class research institution committed to training the next generation of scientists in scientific innovation and discovery. The successful candidate will be in an energetic, inclusive, and productive environment for his/her career development in government, academia, and the biotech industry.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks:Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for 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.ο»ΏInterested individuals should email a CV and a list of three references to Kyounghyun Kim, Ph.D. Email: kkim@uams.edu
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