Closing Date:
09/19/2026
Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration
Regular
Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:
No
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):
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 theApply 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 askrecruitment@uams.edu
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This Project Coordinator position will assist the Children’s HealthWatch staff, both in Little Rock and Boston, with the implementation, evaluation, and presentation of the Children’s HealthWatch survey instrument, other research, and overall evaluation. Responsibilities include conducting and documenting research data from Emergency Department or clinic patients/families and specifically non-English speaking families. A strong command of both the English and Spanish languages is essential. The Research Project Specialist is also responsible for interviewing subjects at the Arkansas Children’s Hospital’s Emergency Department (ACH ED), via telephone or other clinical sites and the person hired must be able to translate the results of the survey to the subjects effectively. The successful applicant must have strong interpersonal skills, must be sensitive to cultural differences, and must be able to work well independently.
Bachelor's degree in health education or promotion, community health, public health, sociology, social work, or related field plus three (3) years of data entry, administrative support, or customer service, or
Associate’s degree in health education or promotion, community health, public health, sociology, social work, or related field plus five (5) years of data entry, administrative support, or customer service required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Must be bilingual (Fluent in English/Spanish).
High level of cultural sensitivity and experience working with multicultural and low-income populations.
Excellent interpersonal and written skills.
Basic knowledge of and skill in data entry.
Advanced level of computer program proficiency.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Computer data entry experience.
Advanced level of computer program proficiency.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in research/interviewing.
Strong interest in pediatric medicine, public health, social policy, advocacy, or nutrition.
Knowledge of federal public assistance and other social services.
2 years of experience in research/interviewing.
Responsibilities:
Conducts research in English and Spanish under the direction of the research staff, adhering to protocols with fidelity.
Screens potential subjects to determine eligibility for studies; Interviewer approaches all available families meeting Children’s HealthWatch criteria during their visit at the ACH ED or an ACH clinic or over the telephone, secures verbal informed consent, and administers the Children’s HealthWatch questionnaires.
Reviews the questionnaires for completeness and accuracy; maintains confidentiality of patient information.
Tracks subjects and performs necessary follow-up tasks.
Abstracts data from ACH medical records for entry into the Boston University database.
Assists in the development of data collection instruments and databases; establishes and maintains quality control protocols.
Contributes to maintenance of study records; verifies accuracy and validity of collected data.
Maintains previous 6 months’ interview list.
Backs up electronic data daily, secures back-up drive and computers as directed.
Consults with Boston regarding translation of interview questions and revisions from English to Spanish; orders and accounts for subject compensation gifts.
Updates Children’s HealthWatch Resource list.
Performs other duties as assigned within the research program.
Additional Information:
Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply:
List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Optional Documents:
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.
Criminal Background 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.
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Since its inception, the University of Arkansas System has developed a tradition of excellence that includes the state’s 1871 flagship, land-grant research university; Arkansas’s premier institution for medical education, treatment and research; a major metropolitan university; an 1890 land-grant university; two regional universities serving southern and western Arkansas; seven community colleges; two schools of law; a presidential school; a residential math and science high school; a 100 percent-online university and divisions of agriculture, archeology and criminal justice. The individual entities of the UA System maintain cooperative strength as well as diverse offerings that exhibit unmatched economic and social impact to the state.
The University of Arkansas System provides communities in Arkansas with access to academic and professional opportunities, develops intellectual growth and cultural awareness in its students and provides knowledge and research skills to an ever-changing society. The system enrolls more than 70,000 students, employs over 27,000 employees, and has a total budget of over $4 billion. An intrinsic part of the texture and fabric of Arkansas, the UA System is a driving force in the state’s economic, educational and cultural advancement.
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.
