Associate Staff Scientist

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Closing Date : 12 / 09 / 2025

Type of Position : Researchers

Job Type : Regular

Work Shift :

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.

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 $50000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department :

COM Xu Radiation Oncology Lab

Departments Website :

Summary of Job Duties :

An Associate Staff Scientist position is available in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Highly motivated individuals experienced with molecular and cellular techniques used in in vitro and in vivo tumor studies are sought with a strong interest in cancer research. The Xu laboratory is an interdisciplinary research lab focusing on understanding the roles of tumor microenvironment (TME) components including adipocytes fibroblasts immune cells and extracellular matrix in breast cancer metastasis and therapeutic resistance. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting research using biochemistry molecular / cellular biology and mouse model approaches to understand how TME promotes breast cancer progression and drug resistance. The candidate will also be trained in data analysis manuscript and grant preparation and presenting research findings in scientific meetings.

Qualifications :

Ph.D. in biomedical sciences or related field plus four (4) years of directly related experience.

Proton knowledge is preferred.

Responsibilities :

Perform molecular biology techniques involving DNA RNA and protein analysis.

Conduct cell biology experiments including cell culture viability assays immunostaining flow cytometry and live-cell imaging through microscopy.

Utilize mouse models including genetic models to investigate normal tissue injury and tumor response to treatment.

Maintain overall laboratory organization ensuring equipment materials and workflow are properly managed.

Develop maintain and manage project and research databases while implementing appropriate quality control and data security protocols.

Demonstrate and uphold the UAMS Core ValuesIntegrity Respect Diversity Teamwork Creativity and Excellencein all work activities and interactions.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information :

This position is a Designated Research Position and is regulated by the Arkansas Research Education Protection Act of 2025 . Prior to issuance of an offer of employment the University is required to request and obtain additional information about an applicants background and if required conduct an additional review of that background information.

Salary Information :

$67000.00 or commensurate

Required Documents to Apply :

Resume

Optional Documents :

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Recruitment Contact Information :

Please contact for any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements :

Criminal Background Check

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 :

Grasping Hearing Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Talking Walking

Frequent Physical Activity :

Lifting Reaching Sitting

Occasional Physical Activity :

Crouching Kneeling Pulling Pushing

Benefits Eligible : Yes

Required Experience :

Staff IC

Key Skills

Laboratory Experience,Bioinformatics,Biochemistry,Utility Locating,Assays,Research Experience,Next Generation Sequencing,Sensors,Signal Processing,Matlab,Research & Development,Molecular Biology

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1