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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):
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 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.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
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Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, or other appropriate fields. With three (3) years of experience in occupational health and safety, experience in biosafety -OR- Associate’s degree Microbiology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, or other appropriate field. With five (5) years of experience in occupational health and safety, experience in biosafety.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Ability to work independently and to interpret policies and procedures to solve unusual and/or difficult problems.
Demonstrated ability to utilize a computer, Microsoft Office, Muse or other laboratory management system, and other software.
Excellent organizational skills.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to work cooperatively with and train a wide variety of university administrators, staff, researchers, and students.
Demonstrated ability to wear proper PPE, including, but not limited to, respiratory protection.
Must be successful in obtaining security risk assessment approval as specified in the Select Agent regulations. The following individuals are ineligible to receive security risk assessment approval:
Anyone under indictment for a crime punishable by imprisonment for a term exceeding 1 year
Anyone convicted in any court of a crime punishable by imprisonment for a term exceeding 1 year
A fugitive from justice
An unlawful user of any controlled substance as defined in Section 102 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 802). NOTE: This includes marijuana/medical marijuana which is illegal at the federal level.
An alien illegally or unlawfully in the U.S.
Anyone adjudicated as a mental defective or has been committed to any mental institution
An alien who is a national of a country that the Secretary of State has decided that such country has repeatedly provided support for acts of international terrorism
Anyone discharged from the Armed Services of the U.S. under dishonorable conditions
Anyone involved with an organization that engages in domestic or international terrorism or with any other organization that engages in international crimes or violence
Must be able to receive medical clearance for respiratory protection, including N95 and powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR).
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Responsibilities:
Support management of the Federal Select Agent Program laboratory, serving as Alternate Responsible Official (ARO) and secondary contact for BSL-3 spaces.
Assist with institutional biosafety and compliance programs, including training development, staff education on biological hazards, and response protocols for spills or exposures.
Conduct inspections and audits of BSL-1, BSL-2, and BSL-3 laboratories; maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Assist in developing and updating biosafety policies, SOPs, and documentation; support staff and investigators with regulatory guidance and risk assessment.
Provide administrative support to the Institutional Biosafety Committee and participate in required inspections.
Perform other duties as assigned.
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Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://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.