Posting Number
NC694P

Quick Link for Posting
http://jobs.uark.edu/postings/19267

Working Title
Research Associate

Position Number
14596

Department
Chemistry/ Biochemistry

About the University
Founded in 1871 as a land grant institution, the University of Arkansas is classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the top two percent of universities in the nation with the highest level of research activity. Ten colleges and schools serve more than 26,700 students with more than 200 academic programs. University of Arkansas students earn nationally competitive awards at an impressive rate and represent 50 states and more than 120 countries.

Located in the stunning Ozark Mountains of Northwest Arkansas, Fayetteville is home to the University of Arkansas campus, known for its spectacular views and ample green spaces. Fayetteville is considered one of the country's finest college towns, and the surrounding northwest Arkansas region is regularly ranked one of the best places to live in the U.S. Some of the nation's best outdoor amenities and most spectacular hiking trails are within a short drive of campus.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

About the College/Department
About the College:
The J. William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences is the largest and most academically diverse unit on campus with 19 departments and 43 academic programs and research centers. The college provides the core curriculum for all University of Arkansas students and is named for J. William Fulbright, former university president and longtime U.S. senator.
The University of Arkansas is committed to provide an educational and work environment in which thought, creativity, and growth are stimulated, and in which individuals are free to realize their full potential. The J. W. Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences promotes these ideals and welcomes applicants who foster an inclusive environment through an open exchange of voices and ideas from populations of diverse backgrounds.
About the Department:
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry strives for excellence in the central science by recruiting a diverse group of the best faculty, staff, and students to address the challenges of modern chemistry and biochemistry through interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary research and education.

Department Home Page
chemistry.uark.edu

Job Type
Staff

Summary of Job Duties
The Wang research group at the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of Arkansas has an opening for a Research Associate in computational chemistry.
The Research Associate will have a primary research focus on applying the adaptive force matching method (J. Chem. Phys. 129, 064108) to biological systems or carbohydrate systems. This position will work under a Linux/Unix environment.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Minimum Qualifications

Please ensure that all relevant application materials include details addressing the minimum qualifications. Applicants not meeting the minimum qualifications will be disqualified from consideration.

• Master's degree in chemistry or a related field
• Experience working in a Linux/Unix environment
• Programming experience

Does this job require any license(s)/certification(s)?
No

If yes, please specify

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with molecular dynamics

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Programming skills
• Written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated analytical skills
• Ability to work under a Linux/Unix environment
• Ability to acquire new skills

Physical activities associated with this position
For questions regarding reasonable accommodations please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Compliance 479-575-4019.
Occasionally:

• Feeling
• Grasping
• Walking

Frequently:

• Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
• Hearing
• Sitting
• Standing
• Talking

Constantly:

• Repetitive motion

The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; and/or visual inspection at distances close to the eyes.

Physical Conditions
None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).

Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (40 hours per week)

Overtime Eligible
No

Is this position weather/event essential? If yes, the employee in this position will report to work at the scheduled time when the University is closed due to inclement conditions.
No

Work Location/Building
Fayetteville Campus - Chemistry Building

Benefits Eligible
Yes

Appointment Percent
100

Salary
Competitive and Commensurate with Experience

Does this Position require a Motor Vehicle Reports Check?
No

Does this position require a background check?
No

If yes, please specify

Does this position require a substance abuse test?
No

Pre-employment Screening Requirements



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