Research Associate III

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Closing Date:

08/29/2026

Type of Position:

Researchers

Job Type:

RegularNo

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

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.

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Department:

COM | DFPM Community Research FE/SE Administration

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

Reporting to the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine (DFPM), Research and Evaluation Division Assistant Director, the Early Childhood Education Research Associate III will initiate pilots, write grant applications, manage grant deliverables, and provide program evaluation for multiple early childhood education research projects and grants. The Research Associate III should be an expert in the content area and be able to facilitate effective program design, execution of project deliverables, and evaluation methods used to determine outcomes. This position will be responsible for key deliverables and measuring activity effectiveness

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, social work, or a related field plus six (6) years of research-related experience in early childhood education policy, educator training, community research, child development research, early childhood education programs, or a related field.

• Education may be substituted for some years of experience.

• Arkansas Driver’s License and ability to travel within AR and outside for trainings and project meetings as needed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Experience in research outcomes evaluation, early childhood education, OR social sciences.

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a social science or related field.

• Certificate of advanced training in evaluation and data management for research.

• Experience with early childhood policy, data outcomes evaluation, community engagement, qualitative data analysis, and statistical methods.

• Microsoft Power BI, database management, research data collection, survey design, SPSS, SQL, SAS, NVivo, or other evaluation software.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for designing and implementing research program evaluation protocols. This will include both qualitative and quantitative design and analysis.

• Works on multiple programs in the child and family services sector including maternal and child wellbeing and mental health programs. Strong knowledge of the research and service settings, methods of protocol design, and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data will be required.

• Assists faculty in grant and contract applications, including work plan, budget, assessment of resources, and developing an evaluation plan.

• Responsible for executing awarded grants and contracts to ensure the successful accomplishment of project outcomes following the established protocol. The position will create project timelines, strategies for content development, and processes for execution of deliverables.

• Prepares grant reports for funders based on outcomes data. These reports will include technical writing, narrative description, and data visualization to present the findings in meaningful ways.

• Ensures compliance within the division of UAMS policies and procedures.

• Support staff with needed resources, mentoring, and training.

• Represents research faculty with state and community partners in the work.

• Works to build relationships with partner organizations to accomplish the deliverables and effectively manage program deliverables.

• Delivers community-based trainings as needed around the State of Arkansas and will perform outreach functions in identified counties to meet participant recruitment goals for grants and contracts.

• Works with key staff in the promotion of the Division of Research and Evaluation to various stakeholder groups.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status, ResumeProof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

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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:

Grasping, Hearing, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Feeling, Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Standing, Stooping, Walking

Benefits Eligible:

Yes