Assistant Director, Programs

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Closing Date:

07/21/2025

Type of Position:

Senior Professional Staff - Operations

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:

TRI | Special Projects

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Translational Research Institute (TRI) at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is seeking a dynamic leader to join our team as the Assistant Director of Programs. The Assistant Director of Programs will play a pivotal role in advancing TRI’s mission by creating, developing, managing, and overseeing innovative research programs. This position requires a proactive leader capable of working independently to implement and manage multiple projects, ensuring timely completion and alignment with TRI’s strategic goals. The Assistant Director will also serve as an extender to the TRI Director of Research Programs and Executive Director, contributing to the development and management of new initiatives.

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is Arkansas’ only academic health center, combining education, research, and clinical excellence to improve health outcomes statewide. The Translational Research Institute (TRI), funded by the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS) through the Clinical and Translational Sciences Award (CTSA) program, supports clinical and translational research across UAMS, Arkansas Children’s Hospital (ACH), Arkansas Children’s Research Institute (ACRI), and the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (CAVHS).

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, health, or scientific field plus four (4) years of project management experience within a research or community-based setting.
• One (1) year of supervisory experience.
• Valid driver's license with current automobile insurance and reliable car for moderate travel to UAMS in Little Rock, AR, and surrounding communities (mileage reimbursed at the current state mileage reimbursement rate) if a state vehicle is not available. Occasional out-of-state travel.

 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Project Management: Expertise in planning, executing, and overseeing complex projects.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead teams and initiatives with a focus on achieving strategic goals.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
• Problem-Solving: Skilled in identifying challenges and implementing innovative solutions.
• Collaboration: Capacity to build and sustain productive partnerships across diverse organizations.
• Knowledge of Clinical and Translational Research: Familiarity with the principles and practices of translational research and the CTSA program

 

Additional Information:

Key Responsibilities:

• Participates in the conceptualization, implementation, tracking, evaluative, and administrative activities for a range of new and developing programs within the TRI. Provides administrative support and campus-wide and national coordination and collaboration across a range of TRI areas, including student and faculty development programs, trainings, research support infrastructure, and various funding and career development programs. Assists with the improvement of current TRI initiatives through continuous quality improvement initiatives. Develops and manages 1-3 program staff, and coordinates teams of faculty, including the establishment of lines of communication with key stakeholders in TRI activities across institute components. Directs activities, sets goals, establishes tracking and monitoring, and supports the professional development of TRI staff. Performs annual evaluations and associated supervisory functions for TRI program staff.
• Oversees the management and coordination of TRI educational activities including regularly occurring educational programs for faculty and students, annual workshop series, and TRI-supported annual conferences as well as other special education events. This includes managing and coordinating of UAMS Continuing Medical Education procedures when applicable, and the evaluation of events.
• Collaborates closely with the Director of Research Programs to strategize on the expansion of existing and development of new programs, standardize processes for all TRI programs, develop SOPs for processes, enhance efficiencies of administering and evaluating programs, and build innovative approaches to new and existing collaborations with other CTSA institutions. Participates as part of a management team to build a strategic plan for TRI programming with the Director and TRI Executive Management.
• Performs administrative and other duties as assigned, including meetings, research, and other functions as needed to support the mission of the institute. Some travel may be required as part of this position.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

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

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Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

No Background Check Required

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, Standing, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Hearing, Sitting, Standing, Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Standing, Talking, Walking

Benefits Eligible:

Yes