Research Associate I- (Hossain Laboratory)

StartupNWA; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Education discount

Paid time off

Job summary

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is seeking a Research Associate to help advance immunotherapies against solid cancers. The role involves planning and performing molecular studies, cell culture, and in vivo tumor models under PI supervision.

The candidate will design experiments, analyze data, contribute to publications and grant proposals, and work in a mentored environment focused on scientific growth and career development, with salary commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus four years of research experience.
• Knowledge of biology, pharmacology and physiology.
• Experience handling laboratory animals and surgical procedures.
• Proficiency in cell culture and immunology/molecular biology methods (Western blot, PCR, flow cytometry, histopathology).
• Computer skills in biostatistics and scientific presentations.
• Ability to develop and refine research protocols.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on the lymphatics project and perform the described experiments.
• Prepare progress reports, manuscripts, patent applications, and other scientific documents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Biology knowledge

Pharmacology

Physiology

Animal handling

Cell culture

Immunology techniques

Molecular biology

Western blot

PCR

Flow cytometry

Data management

Biostatistics

Scientific presentations

Literature review

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Western blot

PCR

Flow cytometry

Cell culture

Adenoviral transfections

Job description

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Closing Date: 11/10/2026

Type of Position: Researchers

Job Type: Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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

Summary of Job Duties:

Help advance the next generation of cancer treatments! The Hossain Laboratory at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is seeking a Research Associate to play an important role in developing novel immunotherapies against solid cancers. Working under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Research Associate will help design and perform experiments, monitor project progress, and collect, analyze, and summarize research data. The role includes planning and conducting routine molecular studies, including RNA and protein isolation, gene and protein expression studies, cell sorting, microscopy, flow cytometry, and cell isolation. The Research Associate will also perform routine cell and tissue culture, conduct lentiviral transductions, and evaluate the in vitro efficacy of immunotherapies against various solid cancer cells. Additional research activities include performing surgical procedures to establish in vivo tumor models and studying the effects of immunotherapies on tumor growth in vivo. The Research Associate will participate in publishing research findings and contribute to preparing grant proposals for funding agencies. Successful candidates will benefit from a stimulating research environment and mentoring focused on scientific growth and career development. Salary will be commensurate with experience, expertise, and UAMS guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree PLUS four (4) years of research experience required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Understanding of the principles of biology, pharmacology, and physiology.
• Proficiency in handling laboratory animals and performing surgical and nonsurgical animal procedures.
• Proficiency in preparing and maintaining cell cultures and performing experimental methods commonly used in immunology, microbiology, and molecular biology, including Western blot, PCR, flow cytometry, tissue processing for histopathology, and adenoviral transfections.
• Computer skills in word processing, data management, biostatistics, and scientific presentations.
• Ability to conduct literature research, perform simple statistical analyses, and prepare scientific presentations.
• Ability to refine ongoing protocols, summarize interim and final results, and develop new research protocols.

Qualifications Equivalencies:

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Conduct research on the lymphatics project, including the experimental activities described above.
• Prepare and contribute to research progress reports, manuscripts, patent applications, and other scientific documents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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 [e-mail] 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:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Standing, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Hearing, Sitting, Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Grasping, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Benefits Eligible:

Yes