Instructor

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Closing Date:

10/28/2026

Type of Position:

Faculty - Non-Tenure

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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 ):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:

COM | PSY Neurodevelopmental Risk / Resilience Program

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is seeking applications for a Research Instructor to work on a multidisciplinary study led by Dr. Ashley Acheson investigating roles of stress reactivity, immune dysregulation, and white matter microstructure on behavioral phenotypes associated with having family histories of alcohol and other substance use disorders and exposure to early life adversity. The Instructor will be supported by this project and will receive training in manuscript preparation and grant preparation and mentorship in general academic development.

Qualifications:

Ph.D., Sc.D., M.D., D.O., or equivalent in the behavioral sciences, neuroscience, psychology, or other relevant area, and a minimum of 2-3 years of postdoctoral experience in a research laboratory setting are required.

Responsibilities:

• Implement research protocols under the supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI).
• Recruit participants for research studies.
• Conduct lab-based human research studies.
• Maintain research databases and ensure accurate documentation of study data.
• Maintain human subject approvals under the supervision of the PI.
• Organize, process, and analyze study data.
• Prepare and submit manuscripts for publication.
• Prepare and submit research grants.
• Independently carry out analyses of data and develop first drafts of research reports and presentations.
• Participate in mentorship opportunities to guide the ongoing development and implementation of an individual development plan.
• Provide other research support as needed.

Qualifications Equivalencies:

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Adult Maltreatment, Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

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.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing

Frequent Physical Activity:

Sitting, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Crawling, Crouching, Feeling, Kneeling, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Standing, Stooping

Benefits Eligible:

Yes