Post Doctoral Fellow

<h2><span class="emphasis">Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via </span><a href="http://myapps.microsoft.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="emphasis">MyApps.Microsoft.com</span></a><span class="emphasis">, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions. Students at University of Arkansas System will also view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students”. </span><br><br><span class="emphasis">All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated). </span></h2><h2><br><span class="emphasis">If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.</span><br> </h2><p style="text-align:left"><br><b>Closing Date:</b></p>06/19/2026<h2><br><b>Type of Position:</b></h2>Fellow<h2><br><b>Job Type:</b></h2>Regular<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><h2><br><b>Work Shift:</b></h2></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Sponsorship Available:</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>No<h2><br><b>Institution Name: </b></h2>University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences<p style="text-align:left"><br><span>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.</span><br> </p><p style="text-align:left"><b>UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks </b>(<u>available for benefits eligible positions only</u>):</p><ul><li>Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family</li><li>Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave</li><li>Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)</li><li>Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS</li><li>Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000</li><li>Career Training and Educational Opportunities</li><li>Merchant Discounts</li><li>Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy</li></ul><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>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<span> </span></span><b>Apply</b> link/button.</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>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 preference, 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.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left">Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left">All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.<br> </p><p style="text-align:left">For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at<b> </b> <span><a href="mailto:askrecruitment@uams.edu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span><span><span class="WIO0"><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">askrecruitment@uams.edu</span></span></span></span></a>. </span></p><h2><br><b>Department:</b></h2>COM | Peds Allergy Research<p style="text-align:left"><br><b>Department's Website:</b></p><h2><br><b>Summary of Job Duties:</b></h2>We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented postdoctoral researcher to play a key role in a newly funded R01 study using wearable sensors and real-time data to support smoking cessation in women. This position contributes to a fully remote, national clinical trial examining hormonal and digital biomarkers that predict quitting success. The researcher will be involved in all phases of the study, including recruitment, intervention delivery, data management, analysis, and dissemination. The role leverages innovative methods such as wearable technology, remote biospecimen collection, and biochemically verified outcomes. It offers strong opportunities for growth in advanced statistical analysis, scientific writing, and grant development within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. Mentorship will be provided by Dr. Alicia Allen at the Arkansas Children’s Research Institute.<h2><br><b>Qualifications:</b></h2><p>Ph.D. degree in Biomedical Science or related field of study is required.</p><p></p><p><u><b>Responsibilities:</b></u></p><ul><li><p>Prepare and manage all regulatory documentation.</p></li><li><p>Onboard, train, and supervise study staff on a day-to-day basis.</p></li><li><p>Contribute to all aspects of data collection, including but not limited to recruiting, enrolling, and retaining study participants, as well as participating in the data collection, integration, and management efforts.</p></li><li><p>Receive biological samples from study participants, store samples, and ship samples to commercial laboratories for assay.</p></li><li><p>Monitor smoking cessation intervention delivery and conduct quality control checks on study data.</p></li><li><p>Coordinate study operations such as team meetings, study supplies, participant payments, and preparing reports</p></li><li><p>Conduct literature reviews.</p></li><li><p>Prepare drafts of abstracts, presentations, posters, and manuscripts.</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with co-authors to incorporate revisions.</p></li><li><p>Circulate and promote final products with key partners.</p></li><li><p>Assist in the identification of applicable funding opportunities.</p></li><li><p>Complete literature reviews.</p></li><li><p>Assist with the drafting and revising of grant applications.</p></li><li><p>Perform other duties as assigned.</p></li></ul><p style="text-align:left"><br><b>Additional Information:</b></p><p style="text-align:left"><br><b>Salary Information:</b></p>Commensurate with education and experience<p style="text-align:left"><br><b>Required Documents to Apply:</b></p>Curriculum Vitae<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p style="text-align:left"><br><b>Optional Documents:</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><h2><br><b>Special Instructions to Applicants:</b></h2><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p style="text-align:left"><br><b>Recruitment Contact Information:</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p style="text-align:left"><span>Please contact<a href="mailto:askrecruitment@uams.edu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span class="WMM0"><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">askrecruitment@uams.edu </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a>for any recruiting <span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span class="WMM0"><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">related questions.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="text-align:left"><br><i>All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site <a href="https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span class="WMM0"><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a>  </i></p><p style="text-align:left"><i>Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.</i></p><h2><br><b>Pre-employment Screening Requirements:</b></h2>Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing<p style="text-align:left"><br>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. </p><h2><br><b>Constant Physical Activity:</b></h2>Hearing, Repetitive Motion, Talking<h2><br><b>Frequent Physical Activity:</b></h2>Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Sitting, Standing, Walking<h2><br><b>Occasional Physical Activity:</b></h2>Balancing, Climbing, Crawling, Crouching, Driving, Feeling, Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting, Reaching, Sharps, Stooping<h2><br><b>Benefits Eligible:</b></h2>Yes