Curriculum Development Specialist Job Listing at UAMS in Little Rock, AR (Job ID R0073881)

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Closing Date:

08/08/2025
Type of Position: Instructional Development
Job Type: Regular
Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

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.

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 orientation, 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.

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Department: COM | Geriatrics Geriatric Education

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties: The Arkansas Geriatric Education Collaborative (AGEC) Curriculum Development Specialist will be the lead liaison for clinical-related activities (events, education, data collection and reporting, etc), and will work directly with the Geriatric Enhancement Program (GWEP) Principal Investigator (PI), Outreach Manager, and Clinical Director. He/She will serve to develop, update, manage, implement, and evaluate educational modules, develop, and revise educational materials/resources related to the Age and Dementia-Friendly Health System's 4Ms Framework. The AGEC Clinical Educator and Curriculum Specialist will be involved in GWEP-related events and activities, including coordination with the academic partners with students/residents who have GWEP stipends for clinical experiences in partnered clinical sites, their faculty, and mentors.
Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with an Associate's degree, Nursing Diploma, or Bachelor's in Nursing plus five (5) years of clinical specialty experience.

• Certification in the area of specialty in which the position resides or is obtainable within two years of hire.  

• Valid Registered Nursing License.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in nursing or health-related clinical field plus two (2) years of experience in health professions teaching, working with academic, clinical, and community partners.

• RN license or other healthcare professional license.

• Experience with older adult populations.

• REDcap (Research Electronic Data Capture) experience.

• Online learning management software experience.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Serves as the liaison and curriculum specialist for all clinical-related activities (events, education, data collection, evaluation, reporting, etc.), working with the GWEP Clinical Director, outreach manager, education coordinator, and the GWEP PD/PI.  

• Research literature and other available sources to develop the content for and prepare syllabus materials for all required educational programs of clinical trainees.

• Utilizes a Learning Management system to develop, maintain, and monitor required and needed content, progress, and completion of various trainings.

• Develops and distributes educational materials/resources.

• Participates in evaluation activities.

• Assists with the educational requirements of GWEP-supported individuals in positions with stipend support.

• Schedule training and education sessions; prepare all materials.

• Assists with clinical site budget development and compliance, and reports on clinical activities and experiential learning data.

• Assists clinical sites to obtain Age-Friendly status and to advance the certification when appropriate.

• Travels to GWEP clinical sites/partners and potential sites (student sites) and partners to assist with educational programs and quality improvement activities (RQI cycles), community events, address any learner concerns, and activities related to advancing 4M's recognition and certifications. 

• Meets with, establishes, and maintains consistent, frequent, and excellent communication with clinical and academic partners, including active clinical sites.

• Collaborates with GWEP staff on new programs and partner development, and related program evaluation activities. They must be a resourceful, motivated, self-reliant individual who can efficiently work with minimal supervision.

• Collaborates with the AGEC staff and its grant partners and works effectively with UAMS technical staff to ensure all educational programming, modules, etc., are available for remote learners and that data collection for all learners is assured.

• Develops, maintains, and monitors the completion of training and educational materials.

• Participates in evaluation activities, ensures training is available for all remote learners and partners.

• Schedules training and education sessions.

• Supports grant writing activities and reports related to all clinical programs, collaborations, and trainees.

• Works with UAMS and other grant personnel to collect and enter data for all grant purposes and reports.

• Meets with clinical and educational partners and schedules events and works with staff to obtain CE when appropriate.

• Produces drafts for grant reports, attends meetings, contacts faculty, and assures compliance with guidelines for obtaining CE credit for multiple disciplines. May be expected to lecture on topics that meet the incumbent's area of expertise in geriatrics/ gerontology and develop materials for dissemination when needed to fulfill grant obligations.

• Collaborates with GWEP Staff on new program and partner development, and works with GWEP Staff on program evaluation activities.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

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.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Annual TB Screening

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
Frequent Physical Activity: Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity: Crawling, Kneeling, Reaching, Stooping
Benefits Eligible: Yes

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