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Research Associate I- (Hossain Laboratory)

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Research AssociateLaboratory & Life Sciences

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Key Responsibilities

Conduct research on the lymphatics project, including the experimental activities described above. Prepare and contribute to research progress reports, manuscripts, patent applications,

Requirements Summary

Bachelor's degree PLUS four (4) years of research experience required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Understanding of the principles of biology, pharmacology, and physiology.

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Research AssociateLaboratory & Life Sciences

11/10/2026

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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Requirements

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Bachelor's degree PLUS four (4) years of research experience required.

No Background Check Required

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Help advance the next generation of cancer treatments! The Hossain Laboratory at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is seeking a Research Associate to play an important role in developing novel immunotherapies against solid cancers.
Working under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Research Associate will help design and perform experiments, monitor project progress, and collect, analyze, and summarize research data.
The role includes planning and conducting routine molecular studies, including RNA and protein isolation, gene and protein expression studies, cell sorting, microscopy, flow cytometry, and cell isolation. The Research Associate will also perform routine cell and tissue culture, conduct lentiviral transductions, and evaluate the in vitro efficacy of immunotherapies against various solid cancer cells.
Additional research activities include performing surgical procedures to establish in vivo tumor models and studying the effects of immunotherapies on tumor growth in vivo. The Research Associate will participate in publishing research findings and contribute to preparing grant proposals for funding agencies.

Successful candidates will benefit from a stimulating research environment and mentoring focused on scientific growth and career development. Salary will be commensurate with experience, expertise, and UAMS guidelines.

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 and performing experimental methods commonly used in immunology, microbiology, and molecular biology, including 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.

Responsibilities

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→Conduct research on the lymphatics project, including the experimental activities described above.
→Prepare and contribute to research progress reports, manuscripts, patent applications, and other scientific documents.
→Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary is commensurate with education and experience

Curriculum Vitae

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

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