Research Assistant I, II, or III

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Closing Date:

10/24/2026

Type of Position:

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)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

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Department:

CPH | HBHE Lovelady

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

Faculty in the College of Public Health Department of Health Behavior and Health Education are seeking a full-time (100%) Research Assistant, with research and project coordination experience to oversee the day-to-day operations of multiple research projects. The successful candidate will work on federally funded (e.g. NIH) studies related to community violence prevention and other health disparities. The Research Assistant will assist the study principal investigator(s) on projects with respect to recruitment, data collection, management, and analytics (both quantitative and qualitative methods), research design, grant writing, and dissemination (manuscripts, community newsletters, presentations). This role will oversee the day-to-day aspects of studies including scheduling and facilitating team meetings; monitoring study activities; developing standard operating procedures and process improvement strategies, preparing study documents and training; overseeing recruitment activities and data collection; ensuring quality and integrity of data; maintaining project logs and records in coordination with project staff (including keeping track of, monitoring, entering, and summarizing program data in REDCap and other databases); managing project timelines and milestones; managing regulatory compliance and reports; serving as a liaison between UAMS and community partners. The Research Assistant will work under the direct supervision of the Principal Investigator to execute ongoing research projects. The successful candidate is expected to make significant contributions to study planning, implementation, troubleshooting, data collection, analysis, and presentation of findings.

Qualifications:

• Research Assistant I - Bachelor's degree plus one (1) year of research experience.
• Research Assistant II - Bachelor's degree plus two (2) years of research experience.
• Research Assistant III - Bachelor's degree plus three (3) years of research experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and valid auto insurance.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with a wide variety of stakeholders, including clinicians, staff, and community organizations.
• Willingness to learn and apply new skills; commitment to excellence.
• Ability to work in a team and independently.
• Highly motivated; creative; critical thinking; resourceful; detail-oriented; highly organized; responsible; high level of integrity; collaborative; and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in public health, Health Promotion, Health Administration, or related field
• Experience working on community-engaged and/or clinical research projects; firearm violence prevention research; hospital-based violence intervention programs
• Proficient with REDCap, UAMS IRB Regulatory Systems, Workday, grants petty cash, Task Management Software, qualitative and quantitative analysis software 
• Research evaluation with both quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis 
• Demonstrated commitment to community-engaged, health equity, trauma-related research

Responsibilities:

• Study Management: Responsible for daily management of all research activities to ensure successful administration and completion of the project. Assist the investigator team on all aspects of the study implementation, including recruitment/retention, data collection, management, and analytics, research design, grant writing, and dissemination. Coordinate, schedule, and facilitate meetings for investigators and other research staff. Create all meeting/training/workshop agendas and minutes for all study meetings and intervention events. Develop study documents and other relevant materials. Coordinate follow-up and monitoring of action items from all meetings. Coordinate and conduct recruitment and data collection activities. Coordinate communication and engagement of research participants for data collection and payment procedures. Work with study team to implement intervention and monitor the fidelity of intervention delivery. Develop and monitor study progress -activities, timeline, and goals; problem-solve by evaluating issues and developing potential resolutions; and assist the team when needed. Assist with developing and implementing standard operating procedures and process improvement strategies. Serve as a liaison andpoint-of-contact between principal investigators and community partners. Provide general oversight of study products and deliverables, including purchasing of project materials and services, managing study inventory, etc. Exercise responsibility over administrative functions, including working with administrative, and financial teams, and external vendors or partners to oversee purchases, approvals, budget expenses, petty cash, etc.
• Data Collection and Analysis: Assist with data gathering, entry, cleaning, monitoring, and analysis for both quantitative and qualitative data. Provide oversight for all project databases, including creating and maintaining accurate project logs, data, and records in REDCap and other databases. Assist with developing and refining and data collection instruments (i.e., surveys, interview/focus group topic guides). Administer quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews. Provide immediate communication and resolution to data errors (tracking, entries, analysis procedures, etc.). Perform statistical procedures under the guidance of study investigators. Assist with qualitative coding and interpretation.
• Reporting and Dissemination: Assist with regular written and oral reports, including preparing summary narrative reports, graphs, tables, charts, and illustrations, etc. Coord0.0inate efforts across the project to document study progress and findings. Work with study staff to develop regular reporting systems and procedures. Provide technical assistance and writing to develop publications for dissemination of research findings; annual study reports; and grant proposals as appropriate. Present at scientific and community meetings and training workshops.
• Regulatory and Compliance: Assist with oversight of IRB protocols. Monitor and manage study performance metrics. Work with investigators to develop and maintain study protocols and adherence. Work with investigators and study staff to develop secure systems for ensuring the quality, integrity, confidentiality, and safety of the data. Work with investigators and study staff to develop and maintain appropriate study logs, records, and databases. Assist with all mandatory regulatory and compliance reporting requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Equivalencies:

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Salary commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Curriculum Vitae, Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants must upload a resume to be considered for the position

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.

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Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

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:

Frequent Physical Activity:

Occasional Physical Activity:

Benefits Eligible:

Yes