Research Associate I- (Hossain Laboratory)
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Summary
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.
Job description
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.
- Plan and conduct routine molecular studies, including RNA and protein isolation, gene and protein expression studies, cell sorting, microscopy, flow cytometry, and cell isolation.
- Perform routine cell and tissue culture, conduct lentiviral transductions, and evaluate the in vitro efficacy of immunotherapies against various solid cancer cells.
- Perform surgical procedures to establish in vivo tumor models and study the effects of immunotherapies on tumor growth in vivo.
- Participate in publishing research findings and contribute to preparing grant proposals for funding agencies.
- 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.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree PLUS four (4) years of research experience required.
- 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.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Holiday, Vacation & Sick Leave
- Education discount
- Retirement plan
- Basic Life Insurance
- Career Training
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery
Company overview
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is Arkansas' only comprehensive academic health sciences university and the state's largest public employer. Founded in 1879 by eight physicians, UAMS has evolved into a statewide health system encompassing six colleges: Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Health Professions, Public Health, and Graduate School. As a premier academic medical center, UAMS combines education, research, and clinical care through its UAMS Medical Center, which serves as Arkansas' only adult Level 1 trauma center and the state's sole provider of adult kidney, liver, and pancreas transplants. The institution operates with a $1.3 billion budget and generates over $100 million in annual research funding, maintaining internationally recognized programs in multiple myeloma, aging, and other specialized areas. UAMS supports over 3,000 students, 900 medical residents and fellows, and maintains affiliations with Arkansas Children's Hospital and the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System. With eight regional campuses across Arkansas, UAMS provides extensive community outreach and telehealth services, ensuring healthcare access throughout the state while contributing approximately $3.92 billion annually to Arkansas' economy.