Student Employee

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

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 Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. 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 preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. 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. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. Department: CPH | HBHE Allison Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties: The purpose of this position is to support research activities. This will include participant recruitment, consenting participants, survey data collection, conducting interviews, qualitative and quantitative data management, data cleaning, data analysis, literature reviews, and writing for dissemination for research findings. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree plus one (1) year of research experience required. Responsibilities: Draft IRB protocol revisions and study materials following guidance from investigators. Oversees data collection processes such as participant recruitment and interview scheduling, and assists with conducting interviews. Performs qualitative analysis according to the directions of investigators and assists with the preparation of findings for presentations and publications. Ensures that research activities are conducted with rigor and according to protocol. Contributes to the development of research manuscripts. Tracks progress on research activities and collaborates with project partners to ensure that activities are on track and within project timelines. Identifies potential barriers to completion of project goals and milestones and communicates with supervisor and relevant partners to address challenges. Performs other duties as assigned. Additional Information: Salary Information: commensurate with education and experience Required Documents to Apply: Curriculum Vitae, Resume Optional Documents: Special Instructions to Applicants: Applicants must upload a resume/CV to be considered for a position. Recruitment Contact Information: Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions. All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements: No Background Check Required 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: N/A Frequent Physical Activity: Crawling, Crouching, Hearing, Kneeling, Reaching, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking Occasional Physical Activity: Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Sitting Benefits Eligible: No At the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), we are looking for health care and non-health care professionals who believe in excellence as a way of life. If you think you have the skills and commitment to succeed at the highest level, consider a career at UAMS, the state’s only academic health sciences center. Combining diverse talents and expertise, our employees work together to provide advanced patient care. We currently have a wide variety of positions available, from patient care to support staff- we may have the perfect position for you. UAMS is Arkansas’ only comprehensive academic health sciences center. We educate and train the vast majority of the state’s physicians and prepare doctors, scientists, nurses, pharmacists and health professionals through innovation, compassion, teamwork and patient- and family-centered care so they can impact the world. UAMS rewards its nurses! Statewide opportunities are available in direct patient care, education, and research settings. We offer Bonus Programs, Hotel Lodging, New Graduate RN Residency and support for Clinical Ladder, National Certification, Shared Governance, and Recognition Programs to name a few. Go to nurses.uams.edu for more details. The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, visitors, and prospective employees. The below report is provided in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA). The report will provide you with information on campus safety and security including information on various policies and procedures for reporting crime, safety and security prevention and protection programs, victim assistance services, fire safety, and other materials to assist you in maintaining your safety and security. www.uams.edu/police.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree plus one (1) year of research experience required.

Responsibilities

• Draft IRB protocol revisions and study materials following guidance from investigators.
• Oversees data collection processes such as participant recruitment and interview scheduling, and assists with conducting interviews.
• Performs qualitative analysis according to the directions of investigators and assists with the preparation of findings for presentations and publications.
• Ensures that research activities are conducted with rigor and according to protocol.
• Contributes to the development of research manuscripts.
• Tracks progress on research activities and collaborates with project partners to ensure that activities are on track and within project timelines.
• Identifies potential barriers to completion of project goals and milestones and communicates with supervisor and relevant partners to address challenges.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level