Work Shift:

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　　Time Type:

　　Full time

　　Department:

　　CC038351 ACRI ACNC General Salary

　　Summary:

　　Conducts simple vivo studies in animals. This research position may involve a wide variety of duties, including: preparation of diets; collecting and assaying samples; conducting and/or assisting in surgeries; collecting data; performing non-invasive studies in indirect calorimetry; body composition and bone composition; assisting in the development of new procedures. Quality work and high productivity are mandatory.

　　Additional Information:

　　Required Education:

　　Bachelor's Degree

　　Recommended Education:

　　Required Work Experience:

　　Related Field - No experience required

　　Recommended Work Experience:

　　Research - Related_1 year of laboratory experience

　　Required Certifications:

　　Drivers License - Arkansas Department of Motor Vehicles

　　Recommended Certifications:

　　Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) - American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS)

　　Description

　　Conducts experiments & sample analysis using laboratory equipment. Quantitates various nutrients, chemicals, drug, and/or metabolites as needed.

　　Maintains data and procedural notes on procedures and laboratory equipment.

　　Ensure that experiments are conducted as planned and that potential problems are recognized and prevented as early as possible.

　　Using SOPs, prepares and modifies animal diets, conducts animal studies, and follows regular schedule of feeding, watering and cage care.

　　Performs animal surgeries & implements new techniques as needed.

　　Operates analytical equipment (especially the UEC analyzer). Maintains proper maintenance of equipment and knows when equipment needs repair.

　　Trains others on proper sanitation of animal rooms, and on proper operation of equipment.

　　Performs other duties as instructed or assigned.

　　Arkansas Children’s (https://www.archildrens.org/about-us) is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas.

　　Arkansas Children’s is driven by four core values—safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence—which inform every action.

　　Arkansas Children’s Hospital has received Magnet Status (https://www.archildrens.org/about-us/magnet-recognition) from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report (https://www.archildrens.org/about-us/awards-and-recognition) for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology.

　　For more than a century, Arkansas Children’s has met the unique needs of children. But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids—our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow.

　　Arkansas Children’s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children’s Northwest (https://www.archildrens.org/locations/arkansas-childrens-nw) provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state.

　　“Arkansas Children’s is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children’s, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better.” Michael – Business Operations Manager

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　　“Care, love, and hope for children!” Kathy – Administrative Assistant

　　“When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!” Nick – Supply Assistant

　　Arkansas Children's provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other category protected by federal, state and local laws. Further, Arkansas Children's will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.