Research Assistant I – Part-time

About the role

The Research Assistant I position supports ongoing research projects at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. This part‑time role is designed for current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, who wish to contribute to the institution’s research mission.

Key responsibilities

• Assist faculty and senior researchers with data collection, entry, and preliminary analysis.
• Support laboratory and field activities as directed, ensuring compliance with safety and protocol standards.
• Conduct literature reviews and summarize findings to inform project development.
• Maintain accurate records of experiments, observations, and results.

Required profile

• Current employee of the University of Arkansas System (student employee or graduate assistant).
• Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
• Commitment to the university’s equal‑opportunity policies and professional standards.

Required skills

What we offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for qualifying staff and families.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave benefits.
• Retirement plan with up to 10% matched contribution.
• Basic life insurance coverage up to $50,000.
• Career training, educational discounts, and merchant discounts.
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus.