Research Program Manager

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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.
The safety of our team members at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is our top priority. For this reason, successful applicants for this position must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or have an approved medical or religious exemption on file with our Student & Employee Health Services dept. UAMS will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure compliance.
 

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

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Department:
COP Endothelial Radioprotection

Department’s Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
The Division of Radiation Health (DRH) in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, UAMS College of Pharmacy, conducts basic, applied, and preclinical research into the biological effects of radiation therapy on normal and cancer tissues. The DRH research program is also involved in development of countermeasures against radiological accidents and the study of health effects of radiation in space travel. The laboratory uses an extensive range of experimental methods, ranging from in vivo animal procedures to complex cellular and molecular biology techniques. The Research Program Manager (RPM) will manage multiple projects and conduct independent research within the framework of the DRH under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI) and assist the PI and other research staff in the design, implementation and presentation of research.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences, Molecular Biology or Biotechnology or related field with 5 years of research experience

• Ability to do NexGen sequencing, Single-cell sequencing, flowcytometry, cloning and immunofluorescence imaging

Preferred Qualifications

• MS with 3 three of experience or PhD with 1 year of experience

• ASCP certification

Responsibilities

• Manage (wholly or in part) multiple research projects

• Commit to staying current with scientific literature, and implement current laboratory protocols in order to maintain the highest caliber of experimental research

• Responsible for creating and monitoring timelines for multiple projects, accomplished by developing action plans and collaborating with professionals from multiple research sites

• Supervises data collection activities by working closely with colleagues in the laboratory and will assist with preparation and editing of scientific products of the research.

• Performs and supervises/coordinates experiments, and collecting and summarizing research data

• Participates in supervision, education, and training of students and classified research support staff Expected to participate in grant proposal preparation

• Other duties as assigned

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Salary is commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [email protected]  for any recruiting related questions.

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:
No Background Check Required

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. 

Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:
Sitting, Standing

Occasional Physical Activity:
Lifting, Walking

Benefits Eligible:
Yes