Research Associate – Fish Health – G Ramena

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:
Regular

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Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU with a diverse student population, competitive degree offerings and stellar faculty.

For more than 140 years, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff has worked to create an environment that inculcates learning, growth and productivity while affording a basic need to its students – a chance to advance.

The 15:1 student to teacher ratio makes it possible to maintain a learning environment with close interaction between students and faculty while challenging curricula encourage our students to seek and fulfill their potential.

You can excel in your chosen field of study through a curriculum of Certificate and Associates degree programs, more than thirty Undergraduate programs, Master’s degree programs and a Doctorate program in Aquaculture/Fisheries. You can also develop workplace readiness through internships, co-ops and fellowships in the U.S. and abroad.

Out-of-class experiences and student involvement include more than 90 student organizations, an internationally renowned Vesper Choir, Marching Band, Concert Bands, Wind Symphony, nationally recognized debate team, award-winning theater department and accomplished athletic program.

Though the main campus is in Pine Bluff, its reach is worldwide. UAPB has an extended campus in North Little Rock and offers as well as online courses. With the addition of the Arkansas Research and Education Optical Network (ARE-ON), students can engage in information exchange with others anywhere in the world. There are also Research and Extension offices in Lonoke, Newport and Lake Village and collaborations with other colleges and universities in the State through the National Science Foundation funded STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Academy.

As the second oldest land-grant institution in the state of Arkansas, the mission of this No Excuse University remains the same – to provide a high quality, affordable education with a personal touch. We invite you to Become a Part of the Pride at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.

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Department:
UAPB Agri Labs Grace Ramena

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Summary of Job Duties:
The School of Agriculture, Fisheries and Human Sciences (SAFHS) at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, an 1890 Land-Grant institution, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Research Associate in the fish health lab. The Pine Bluff Fish Health and Disease Diagnostic Laboratory is located on UAPB campus. In Arkansas, commercial fish farms raise catfish, baitfish, goldfish, sportfish fingerlings, hybrid striped bass, largemouth bass raised as foodfish, and fish sold as biocontrol agents. The Research Associate will assist with fish health checkups and disease diagnostics and assist with graduate and undergraduate research activities.
FUNCTIONS
The Research Associate works under the supervision of the Director of Fish Health/Diagnostic laboratory. Job duties include: Provide vital laboratory support for fish health and disease diagnostics. The successful candidate will be responsible to assist with fish health research, extension programs related to disease management strategies, assisting with but not limited to water quality, microbiology, viral analysis, maintaining cell cultures, record keeping, and data analysis. The incumbent must also assist the lab director with outreach and student activities in fish health, disseminating research findings via different platforms, and obtaining extramural funding. Preference will be given to applicants who are highly organized, maintain labs, enjoys working in a team and independently.
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is committed to creating a safe and secure educational and work environment. We are committed to leveraging inclusion and diversity principles. The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Candidates must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment, and all applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
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.

Qualifications:

The Research Associate must hold a bachelor’s degree plus experience in fish health research and disease diagnostics or a master’s degree (preferred) in Aquaculture, molecular biology, cell biology, microbiology, or a closely related field. Prior experience including but not limited to fish pathology, qPCR, cell culture, microscopy, western blotting, gene cloning, protein purifications, and other molecular techniques is highly desired. Applicants must provide three letters of recommendation, a letter of application addressing the position’s requirements, curriculum vitae, and US equivalence transcripts from all universities attended. Require excellent communication skills. Preference will be given to the applicant willing to live in Lonoke and flexible work hours.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, Letters of Recommendation, Proof of Veteran Status, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

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Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Ms. Danielle Louther, Project Program Manager, phone: 870-575-8403, email: [email protected]

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.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment.  The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check.  Required checks are identified in the position listing.  A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position.  Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law. 

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff commits itself to policies of affirmative action and diversity with respect to both employment opportunities and program participation.  The Division complies with these policies not merely because of legal requirements, but because we believe that such practices are basic to human dignity.  As such, the Division welcomes all applicants to apply without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.  Candidates must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.  All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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Benefits Eligible:
Yes