What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Associate II position at UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences?
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Closing Date:
01/07/2026
Type of Position:
Researchers
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
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):
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. 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 askrecruitment@uams.edu.
Department:
COM | DFPM Community Research FE/SE Administration
Department's Website:
go.uams.edu/RED
Summary of Job Duties:
Reporting to the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine (DFPM), Research and Evaluation Division, Assistant Director, the Early Childhood Research Associate will assist in executing grant deliverables by providing evaluation support for multiple early childhood research projects and grants. The Research Associate should be knowledgeable in the content area and be able to facilitate the organized execution of project deliverables and evaluation methods used to determine outcomes of research. This position will be responsible for measuring activity effectiveness and assisting faculty with results dissemination.
Qualifications:
Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply:
Resume
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu 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:
Motor Vehicle Reports Check
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:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
Frequent Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Talking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Climbing, Crouching, Driving, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).
If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.
Closing Date:
01/07/2026
Type of Position:
Researchers
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
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
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. 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 askrecruitment@uams.edu.
Department:
COM | DFPM Community Research FE/SE Administration
Department's Website:
go.uams.edu/RED
Summary of Job Duties:
Reporting to the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine (DFPM), Research and Evaluation Division, Assistant Director, the Early Childhood Research Associate will assist in executing grant deliverables by providing evaluation support for multiple early childhood research projects and grants. The Research Associate should be knowledgeable in the content area and be able to facilitate the organized execution of project deliverables and evaluation methods used to determine outcomes of research. This position will be responsible for measuring activity effectiveness and assisting faculty with results dissemination.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree plus five (5) years of research experience required.
- A valid driver's license and HOC travel within the state of Arkansas is required.
- Responsible for implementing research program evaluation protocols. This will include both qualitative and quantitative design and analysis. Most of the work in this position will contribute to the qualitative study of research questions.
- Work on multiple projects and programs related to early childhood development and early childhood education. Strong knowledge of the research setting, methods of outcome measurement, and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data will be required.
- Lead qualitative data collection, such as focus groups, and configure data
- collection surveys. This position will give input to project timelines, strategies for content development, and processes for execution of deliverables.
- Assist faculty in grant and contract report writing to report project milestones and outcomes evaluation. Strong knowledge of both scholarly and plain language writing is necessary to adapt reports to various audiences; these reports will include technical writing, narrative description, and data visualization to present the findings in meaningful ways.
- Ensure compliance within the division of UAMS policies and procedures.
- Complete data collection for various projects. This may be qualitative or quantitative data collection. The methods may require on-site work in the field or remote/virtual work with stakeholder groups.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply:
Resume
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu 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:
Motor Vehicle Reports Check
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:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
Frequent Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Talking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Climbing, Crouching, Driving, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Salary : $50,000