Research Technologist I

Who we are: At Arkana Laboratories, everyone has an important role to fill. Come join us and be a part of a team dedicated to making life better for those who need it most.

This place is packed with super-smart people who do their best work together. We work hard every day to advance our understanding of disease and provide world-class care to our patients in hopes of leaving our corner of the world a little better than we found it. While we are committed to improving the lives of thousands of patients, we never lose sight of the realization that they are the reason we get to create change in our field.

Built on generosity, teamwork, and the freedom to try new things, we take great pride in our work. Great ideas come from everywhere in this company and we celebrate each success and failure for the opportunity it gives us to keep reaching. For more than twenty years after our founder, Dr. Patrick Walker, wrote his goals on the back of a napkin, our people, culture, and values have remained strong.

About the position:

The Research Technologist assists with experiments by performing standard laboratory procedures and maintains basic laboratory operations by working to prepare biological samples, handle research reagents, operate instrumentation, and collect data while adhering to good laboratory practices.

What you'll do:

Follow standard laboratory procedures as directed by senior researchers

Properly operate and document use of laboratory equipment

Maintain inventory and documentation of laboratory reagents

Collect, record, and maintain experimental data

Participate and contribute to meetings and planning of experiments

Actively learn and engage with new approaches/technologies as required

Other duties as assigned

You should have:

Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline

Experience: 1 year of full-time bench laboratory experience

Other Requirements:

Proficient use of Windows Office suite of software

Understands universal precautions & safety protocols

Excellent communication skills

Ability to handle multiple projects with varying/changing timelines

Ability to prioritize workload

Highly accurate with attention to details

Experience as a histotechnologist is a plus

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, onsite at the main office in Little Rock, Arkansas.

What we offer: We know that health is more than doctor visits and life is more than work. We work hard at Arkana but in turn provide competitive salaries and generous benefit offerings.

Specifically, we offer the following benefits to full-time employees:

Competitive salary

Generous paid time off and Paid Holidays

Minimal cost health insurance for you and affordable options for your family

401(k) with immediate eligibility and match

Company-paid life insurance

Company-paid long term disability coverage

Affordable vision and dental plans

Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account availability

Wellness plan and complimentary yoga classes

Monthly in-office massages and employer-sponsored lunches

Please see Careers for further information.