Assistant Staff Scientist

to view the University of Arkansas System’s GDPR disclosures.**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* Doctoral degree in biomedical sciences, physiology, nutrition, bioenergetics, or equivalent, and 0-5 years of relevant experience.* Strong oral and written communication skills required* Post-Doctoral fellowship and experience preferred.* Works independently as part of a complex research project/program.* Analyzes and evaluates experimental data, interpreting results within the scope of work and in relation to the broader research program.* Prepares written reports on all phases of laboratory work involved in research projects.* Contributes to the design, interpretation, and final writing of research publications.* Writes detailed protocols for the conduct of research.* Keeps abreast of trends in the field of interest by reading current research literature, abstracting scientific articles of value in the prosecution of research problems, and attending and presenting at scientific meetings, seminars, and research conferences.* Develops and implements operating procedures for the laboratory and independently operates complex equipment and instrumentation.* Develops and modifies test methods, evaluates the performance of research equipment and instrumentation, and makes design changes or develops new approaches.* Selects procedures for data collection and handling; develops or utilizes computer programs for conversions and statistical treatment of data.* Directs the gathering of research materials, supplies, equipment, and apparatus. Coordinates service support: repair of equipment, requisitioning of supplies, and research materials.* Participates in the training, supervision, and evaluation of research support staff, fellows, and students, as needed.* Directs initial training as well as continuous skill development of staff/trainees in laboratory techniques and instrumentation procedures, as needed.* Counsels staff/trainees on technical problems; advises and assists staff/trainees with special research projects.* Develops and controls research project budgets in consultation with supervising faculty.* Recommends expenditures for major laboratory equipment and construction.* Authorizes expenditure for expendable supplies and maintenance.* Performs other duties as assigned.At the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), we are looking for health care and non-health care professionals who believe in excellence as a way of life. If you think you have the skills and commitment to succeed at the highest level, consider a career at UAMS, the state’s only academic health sciences center. Combining diverse talents and expertise, our employees work together to provide advanced patient care.We currently have a wide variety of positions available, from patient care to support staff- we may have the perfect position for you.UAMS rewards its nurses! Statewide opportunities are available in direct patient care, education, and research settings.

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