Post Doctoral Fellow

Closing Date

01/31/2026

The Department of Neurology is seeking a post‑doctoral research fellow for a one‑year fixed term. The fellow will help supervise and provide training to other members of the lab such as graduate students, residents and medical students.

• Doctoral degree (PhD, MD/PhD, or MD) in medicine, biomedical sciences, pharmacology, physiology, molecular biology or a related field.
• Track record of productivity with peer‑reviewed publications.

• Conduct research activities with minimal supervision under the direction of the Principal Investigator and/or collaborating researchers.
• Develop, refine, and troubleshoot research protocols and experimental methods.
• Collect scientific background information for ongoing and future studies and grant projects.
• Maintain detailed and accurate research records, including experimental data and images.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and maintain required safety training.
• Maintain documentation for research equipment, including usage records, service contracts, and scheduled maintenance.
• Prepare manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and presentations for internal and external audiences.
• Assist with the preparation and processing of grant proposals, amendments, and regulatory submissions.
• Participate in sponsor and regulatory site visits related to research documentation and procedures.
• Attend required seminars, trainings, and meetings as directed by the Principal Investigator or supervisor.
• Perform other related duties as assigned within the scope of the role.

• 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.

Commensurate with education and experience.

• Resume.

• None specified.

Please upload all application materials through the University of Arkansas System Career Site. Do not send materials to the listed recruitment contact.

Please contact ask recruitment for any recruiting related questions.

No Background Check Required. This position is subject to pre‑employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification).

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 orientation, or pregnancy.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.