Database Architect

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Closing Date:

08/13/2026

Type of Position:

Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration

Job Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)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

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:

ACHI | Data

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Database Architect will act as a strategic partner to the Director of Information Systems Architecture and Senior Leadership at the Arkansas Center for Health Improvement (ACHI), bridging complex business objectives with high performance technical execution. Serves as a primary advisor on data governance and health informatics, orchestrating seamless collaboration between internal stakeholders, external partners, and cross-functional teams to drive organizational mission and operational excellence.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field and five (5) years in relational database experience in Microsoft Access, MySQL, Microsoft SQL, C, C++, C#, Visual Basic, FileMaker, Oracle, Sybase, or Informix - OR - a High School diploma/GED equivalent and nine (9) years of experience listed above.

OR

• Master’s degree in computer science, data management, public health, business administration or related field

Comprehensive knowledge of:

• • data integration solutions, specifically in technology and information systems
  • identity resolution
  • data in public policy development and evaluation

The ideal candidate will also possess the following skills and experience:

• • Exceptional executive level communication and strategic problem solving.
  • Deep technical literacy and understanding of health insurance claims data and provider data.
  • Ability to analyze and resolve complex issues, both logical and interpersonal.
  • Proven skills in management, leadership, and communication.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in public health policy
• Practice management
• Financial management information systems
• Experience working within a State or Federal regulatory agency

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Act as a trusted advisor to ACHI Senior Leader, assessing existing infrastructure, translating business needs into technical solutions and guiding future operations.
• Assist Director of Information Systems Architecture and ACHI leaders with aligning operational data solutions with organizational mission and vision by designing and executing scalable strategies to address complex policy and research initiatives.
• Advise on critical gaps and systemic vulnerabilities, assist with developing comprehensive, long-range strategic plans to resolve complex challenges.
• Assist with creation of robust technical documentation systems such as manuals, FAQs, and self-service support resources- to streamline institutional knowledge transfer.
• Advise and provide strategic oversight for the Arkansas All Payer Claims Database (APCD), Arkansas Health Data Initiative (HDI) and the Healthcare Transparency Initiative (HTI) systems.
• Advises Director of Information Systems Architecture and Senior Leadership on operational continuity and oversight of the of system security, backup protocols, and network administration, ensuring the resilience of mission -critical infrastructure.
• Other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

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:

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. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting

Frequent Physical Activity:

Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Walking

Benefits Eligible:

No