Assistant/Associate Staff Scientist

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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 $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

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Assistant Staff Scientist (Entry Level):

• Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or Medicinal Chemistry

• Expertise in organic synthesis, medicinal chemistry, and structure-activity relationship (SAR) analysis

• Knowledge of scientific methodologies, ability to design and conduct independent research

• Strong adherence to safety protocols

Associate Staff Scientist (Experienced):

• Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or Medicinal Chemistry

• Minimum five (5) years of relevant experience in organic/medicinal chemistry or drug discovery

• Advanced expertise in organic synthesis, drug design, and SAR analysis

• Demonstrated ability to lead, organize, and coordinate scientific projects

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in healthcare, computational biology, or bioinformatics

• Hands-on experience with organic synthesis, drug design, and advanced laboratory techniques

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Medicinal chemistry triage of HTS campaigns. Design and preparation of compounds enabling HTS campaigns.

• Manage compound library for screening, order supplies.

• Maintain laboratory compliance with safety, biological, chemical, and radiation regulations.

• Manage data entry by staff, and activities surrounding database, data collection, and data entry and data management.

• Participate in and assist with the organization of research group meetings with PIs, Cancer Institute and research team to evaluate/interpret experimental data.

• Other duties as assigned by SDDR leadership.

Sitting
Frequent Physical Activity:

Sitting
Occasional Physical Activity:

Crouching, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Standing, Talking, Walking

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

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.