Associate Staff Scientist

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

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

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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• PhD Degree in Biomedical Sciences or related. Postdoctoral or equivalent work experience 5+ years of laboratory experience in RNA splicing, transcriptional regulation, proteomics, RNA secondary structure, and computational analysis on molecular target screening using next generation sequencing
• RNA-sequencing, RT-PCR, RT-qPCR, RNA-pulldown, MS2-mediated artificial tethering, knockdown using siRNA/ShRNA/CRISPR, cDNA overexpression, protein-protein interaction and quantitative mass spectrometry, antisense pharmacology, developing transgenic cell line for gene knock-out using CRISPR or other technologies or knock-in mutant gene, microscopic imaging, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in protein expression and purification using other cell hosts (mammalian, yeast, insect cell).
• RNA secondary structure analysis and transcriptional regulation using luciferase reporter assay.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Conduct research on RNA biology and gene expression in cancer and genetic diseases.
• Performs target screening (e.g., RNA-sequencing), validation (e.g., RT-PCR/RT-qPCR), mechanistic studies (e.g., RNA-pulldown, CRISPR, cDNA overexpression), and protein interaction analysis.
• Utilizes advanced techniques like quantitative mass spectrometry and antisense pharmacology.
• Trains students, postdocs, and staff in lab techniques.
• Develops new research projects and ensure efficient lab operations with adherence to best practices.
• Prepares and publish research manuscripts.
• Presents findings at national and international conferences.
• Contributes to grant applications and progress reports.
• Other Duties as Assigned.
• Supports additional projects and departmental initiatives as needed.

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

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Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

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.