Post Doctoral Fellow
 University of Arkansas | |
life insurance, sick time
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 United States, Arkansas, Little Rock | |
| 2801 South University Avenue (Show on map) | |
 Oct 28, 2025 | |
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Closing Date: 11/28/2025 Type of Position:Researchers Job Type:RegularWork Shift: Sponsorship Available: 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):
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. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.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. Department:COM | Biochemistry & Molecular MiahDepartment's Website: Summary of Job Duties:***This position is for three to five months only!***This position in the Miah Laboratory at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences on Triple Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC) to study the role of non-Receptor Protein Tyrosine kinases (nRTKs) in TNBC; how nRTKs maneuver signal transduction pathways in TNBC to promote tumorigenesis and metastasis. The lab will undertake an interdisciplinary approach combining biochemical, molecular genetics, genomic and proteomics approaches in cell lines, mice, and human samples to achieve the research goals. The overarching goal of this research is to identify a druggable biomarker to yield a new avenue to study and treat TNBC with precision medicine therapies. This position involves studying the role of nRTKs and signal transduction pathways in TNBC using cell lines, tumor tissue samples and mouse models. The candidate will receive training in to progress towards an independent career. The expectation will be that the postdoc will obtain new data related to the above studies and, in cooperation and consultation with the supervisor, write manuscripts and grant proposals to the NIH or other local, national or international funding sources to obtain resources to expand studies and develop new independent lines of research. Candidates will need to be highly organized, flexible and motivated. Excellent communication skills and computer proficiency are required. Qualifications:
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Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience.Required Documents to Apply: Curriculum VitaeOptional Documents: Recruitment Contact Information: Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions. 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. Pre-employment Screening Requirements:No Background Check RequiredThis 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:N/A Frequent Physical Activity:Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking Occasional Physical Activity:N/A Benefits Eligible:Yes | |