Assistant Staff Scientist

Position Details

Closing Date: 12/15/2025
Type of Position:
Researchers
Job Type: Regular

Work Shift:

(not specified)
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.

• 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

The Assistant Staff Scientist will be affiliated with the Division of Developmental Nutrition within the Department of Pediatrics at UAMS, as well as ACRI and the Arkansas Children's Nutrition Center (ACNC). This position supports the research of a faculty‑rank investigator or may serve as a director of, or a team member within, a multi‑user core facility. The Assistant Staff Scientist, under general direction and with considerable latitude for exercise of independent judgment, provides direct research and research training support at the professional level by directing and executing small, complex research projects or major aspects of larger research projects, at the discretion of their faculty supervisor.

• Doctoral degree in biomedical sciences, physiology, nutrition, bioenergetics, or equivalent, and 0‑5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills required.
• Post‑Doctoral fellowship and experience preferred.

• Works independently as part of a complex research project/program.
• Analyzes and evaluates experimental data, interpreting results within the scope of work and in relation to the broader research program.
• Prepares written reports on all phases of laboratory work involved in research projects.
• Contributes to the design, interpretation, and final writing of research publications.
• Writes detailed protocols for the conduct of research.
• Keeps abreast of trends in the field of interest by reading current research literature, abstracting scientific articles of value in the prosecution of research problems, and attending and presenting at scientific meetings, seminars, and research conferences.
• Develops and implements operating procedures for the laboratory and independently operates complex equipment and instrumentation.
• Develops and modifies test methods, evaluates the performance of research equipment and instrumentation, and makes design changes or develops new approaches.
• Selects procedures for data collection and handling; develops or utilizes computer programs for conversions and statistical treatment of data.
• Directs the gathering of research materials, supplies, equipment, and apparatus. Coordinates service support: repair of equipment, requisitioning of supplies, and research materials.
• Participates in the training, supervision, and evaluation of research support staff, fellows, and students, as needed.
• Directs initial training as well as continuous skill development of staff/trainees in laboratory techniques and instrumentation procedures, as needed.
• Counsels staff/trainees on technical problems; advises and assists staff/trainees with special research projects.
• Develops and controls research project budgets in consultation with supervising faculty.
• Recommends expenditures for major laboratory equipment and construction.
• Authorizes expenditure for expendable supplies and maintenance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Commensurate with education and experience

Curriculum Vitae

None specified.

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