Research Technician

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Ability to work with research animals
Molecular cloning and enzyme assays
Accurate laboratory record keeping
The position involves foundational research towards understanding antibiotic resistance and developing therapeutics for gastrointestinal bacterial infections

Job Summary

  • The position involves foundational research towards understanding antibiotic resistance and developing therapeutics for gastrointestinal bacterial infections.
  • The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences offers benefits including health plans, up to 10% retirement matching, and education discounts.
  • Candidates must be capable of graphing data, troubleshooting problems, and maintaining an anaerobic chamber system.

Matching Summary

The position involves foundational research towards understanding antibiotic resistance and developing therapeutics for gastrointestinal bacterial infections.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ability to work with research animals
  • Molecular cloning and enzyme assays
  • Accurate laboratory record keeping
  • General laboratory maintenance duties
  • Independent work capability

Nice-to-have

  • Prior experience with laboratory rodents
  • Experience in sterile culturing techniques
  • Knowledge of next-generation sequencing
  • Effective communication skills
  • Background in bacteriology or yeast genetics

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED required
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States
  • Bachelor's degree preferred in molecular biology or related field
  • Two years of research laboratory experience preferred

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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