Research Technician

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, United States
Commensurate with education + experience
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Molecular cloning
Enzyme and protein assays
In vivo testing in rodent models
** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Research Technician to support research on antibiotic resistance and therapeutics for gastrointestinal infections. The role involves various laboratory tasks, including molecular cloning, enzyme assays, and working with rodent models, and requires a strong organizational ability and prior lab experience. **

Job Summary

  • Join our new research team in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology as a Research Technician to play a foundational role in research towards understanding antibiotic resistance and developing therapeutics for gastrointestinal bacterial infections.
  • Responsibilities include molecular cloning, enzyme and protein assays, and in vivo testing of probiotic treatments in rodent models.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, Education discount, Retirement match, and Basic Life Insurance.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Research Technician to support research on antibiotic resistance and therapeutics for gastrointestinal infections. The role involves various laboratory tasks, including molecular cloning, enzyme assays, and working with rodent models, and requires a strong organizational ability and prior lab experience. **

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • molecular cloning
  • enzyme and protein assays
  • in vivo testing in rodent models
  • general laboratory maintenance
  • work with rodents

Nice-to-have

  • teamwork and diversity
  • collaborative health care organization
  • career training and educational opportunities

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma/GED required
  • Prior experience with laboratory rodents preferred
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, and microbiology preferred
  • Two years of research laboratory experience preferred

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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