Research Professional

University of Arkansas System • Fayetteville, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas is a land grant institution classified among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• At least three years or more of project management experience
• Proficient in the programs of Microsoft Suite
• Detail oriented
• Strong work ethic
• Good written and oral communication
• Effective at working in teams
• Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in a related field
• Experience conducting field research
• Familiarity with education in Arkansas

Responsibilities

• Oversee the managerial logistics of implementation for the longitudinal evaluation of the Arkansas EFA Program.
• Develop timelines for completion of work products included in the project.
• Coordinate all project communications including the scheduling of regular project team meetings.
• Plan and organize biannual meetings of the Advisory Board.
• Manage travel requests and reimbursements for the team.
• Assist in the collection of publicly available data.
• Assist with report preparation.
• Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty.
• Ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Benefits

• University contributions to health insurance
• University contributions to dental insurance
• University contributions to life insurance
• University contributions to disability insurance
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families
• 12 official holidays
• Immediate leave accrual
• Choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level