Research Technician

University of Arkansas System

Research Technician supporting research projects and federally-funded grants at UAMS. Responsible for participant recruitment, screening, assessment, and data management under Dr.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeLittle Rock • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

This position is scheduled to work 40 hours per week with a standing tour of duty established in collaboration with the Principal Investigator (PI).
The Research Technician will be responsible for providing support on research projects and/or federally-funded grants under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI), Dr. Melissa Zielinski.
Major responsibilities include recruitment, screening, assessment, and retention of human subjects research participants using multiple measurement modalities (structured and/or semi-structured interviews, self-report, behavioral observation, coding of administrative data);
managing and aggregating data; and administrative support (e.g., organizing meetings, managing supplies).
The successful candidate will lead and/or work closely with interdisciplinary staff/faculty/and student researchers and report directly to the Laboratory Manager.
Willingness to undertake regular local, in-state travel (rarely, but occasionally, overnight) is a requirement of the position.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School/GED required.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to work collaboratively and sensitively with incarcerated individuals.
Must be comfortable talking with participants about traumatic experiences, including sexual violence and abuse.
Must be able to drive for in-state travel.
At least one month of human subjects research experience relevant to HEALS Lab’s mission areas within an academic medical center and/or psychology/social science department.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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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Hard Skills & Tools

Human Subjects ResearchData AggregationBehavioral ObservationStructured InterviewsSemi-Structured Interviews

Soft Skills

CollaborationSensitivityCommunication