Research Assistant

Arkansas Children’s Hospital; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Children's Hospital in Little Rock is seeking a Gene Classifier to support SARS-CoV-2 research. The role assists investigators, conducts experiments, and analyzes samples within a clinical laboratory setting.

Required education includes a high school diploma or GED, with a Bachelor's degree preferred; two years of related experience can substitute for formal education. This full-time, safety-sensitive position is part of a tobacco-free workplace.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field recommended.
• 2 years of experience in lieu of a diploma/GED.

Responsibilities

• Reads, understands, and questions clinical research protocols to ensure reliable results.
• Conducts experiments and assists in planning for protocols and development of new lab methods.
• Collects laboratory samples and analyzes them with various assays.
• Operates lab equipment needed for research protocols.
• Prepares reports of lab results.
• Maintains MSDS records and disposes of chemicals and radioactivity per regulations.
• Collaborates with supervisors to ensure procedures meet deadlines.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE.

FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED.

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.

This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.

Work Shift: Please see job description for details.

Time Type: Full time

Department: CC034384

Gene Classifier to Predict SARS-CoV-2 Summary

Salary: Most new hires start between $17.20-$21.50 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Additional Information

Assists investigators in many aspects of the research projects including conducting experiments, operating equipment, analyzing the samples utilizing various assay techniques and compiling the data for various presentations. Assists in the development of new assays and experimental techniques.

Required Education

High school diploma or GED or equivalent

Recommended Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field of study.

Required Work Experience

High School Diploma/GED, or 2 years of experience in lieu of a diploma/GED.

Description 1.

• 1. Reads, understands, and questions clinical research protocols to ensure reliable research results.
• 2. Conducts experiments and assists in experimental design and planning for protocols and the development of new lab methods, assays and experimental techniques
• 3. Collects laboratory samples and conducts various assays to analyze the samples.
• 4. Learns to operate lab equipment needed to conduct all aspects of research protocols.
• 5. Prepares reports of lab results
• 6. Understand the MSDS's of any chemical and /or radioactive materials in the lab. Keeps records of radioactive and chemical usage and disposes radioactivity and chemicals appropriately as required by law.
• 7. Works closely with supervisor(s) to insure proper procedures are carried out by various lab personnel in order to meet critical deadlines.
• 8. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Arkansas Children's is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas.

Arkansas Children's is driven by four core values—safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence which inform every action.

Arkansas Children's Hospital has received Magnet Status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology.

For more than a century, Arkansas Children's has met the unique needs of children. But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids—our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow.

Arkansas Children's Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children's Northwest provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state.

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“When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children's Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!” Nick – Supply Assistant