UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences · 14 hours ago
Post Doctoral Fellow
Little Rock, AR
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelThe University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) offers a Post-Doctoral position in the Cancer Epigenetics Laboratory for recent Ph.D. graduates. The role involves conducting independent research on epigenetic dysregulation in leukemia, designing experiments, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
EducationHealth CareNon Profit
No H1B
Responsibilities
Conduct independent, hypothesis-driven research aligned with the lab’s focus on epigenetic dysregulation in leukemia
Design, implement, and interpret molecular, cellular, and genomic experiments (e.g., CRISPR editing, RNA-seq, ATAC-seq, DNA methylation, CUT&RUN)
Collaborate effectively within interdisciplinary teams, including clinical and bioinformatics partners
Prepare manuscripts for publication and contribute to grant applications
Present research findings in internal seminars, national meetings, and conferences
Maintain accurate experimental records and uphold high standards of research ethics and reproducibility
Assist in mentoring junior trainees and rotating students, as appropriate
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genomics, or related field required
Strong expertise in molecular and cell biology techniques, including experimental design, execution, analysis, and interpretation
Documented ability to publish as first or lead author in peer-reviewed journals
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential
Demonstrates independent thinking, critical data interpretation, and professional integrity
Preferred
Experience in animal handling or murine models
Prior experience in epigenetics, cancer biology, experience with animals or functional genomics
Benefits
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
Company
UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
UAMS is the state’s only comprehensive academic health center, with colleges of Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Health Professions and Public Health; a graduate school; a hospital; a northwest Arkansas regional campus; a statewide network of regional centers; and seven institutes: the Winthrop P.
Founded in 1879
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$5.65MKey Investors
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious DiseasesNational Cancer Institute
2023-03-16Grant· $1M
2022-08-25Grant· $3.4M
2022-06-23Grant· $1.25M
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Amanda George
Vice Chancellor for Finance & Chief Financial Officer
Christina Clark
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