Research Program Manager Job Listing at UAMS in Little Rock, AR (Job ID R0055259)

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Closing Date:

05/21/2024
Type of Position: Clinical Staff - Medical Services
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.

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Department: CPH | HBHE Williams

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Summary of Job Duties: The Southern Public Health and Criminal Justice Research Center (S-PAC) is seeking a full-time Research Program Manager. The Research Program Manager will work on S-PAC projects and help research team administrate and coordinate research efforts related a federally funded study to evaluate the effects of the intervention on the priority population. The duties will include working with teams to develop scientific presentations and manuscripts; entering and tracking data; conduct qualitative and quantitative data analysis; assist with process tracking implementation; maintain accurate records; assisting with the quality control and integrity of the data; conducting systematic searches on the Internet and via PubMed; and other duties as assigned. The Research Program Manager must be willing and available to travel and work with community partners. This is a grant funded position.

The Research Program Manager will be responsible for research administration and project management including, but not limited to, study implementation, regulatory compliance, reporting of data, and coordination and development of grant applications and progress reports. The Research Program Manager will develop standard operating procedures for these activities and operate in accordance with the goals and objectives set forth by the Principal Investigator and the funding agencies.
Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree plus five (5) years of related experience such as working with health education, social work, social services, health care systems, victims' services, mental health or substance use treatment programs or community-based programs/organizations or

• Master's degree plus three (3) years of related experience such as working with health education, social work, social services, health care systems, victims' services, mental health or substance use treatment programs or community-based programs/organizations required.

• Valid driver's license and excellent driving record with a reliable vehicle and current automobile insurance.

Specific Experience:

• Must have previous experience of providing case management services to vulnerable populations in order to ensure the ability to build rapport and provide support to the program participants.

• Experience with facilitating collaborative partnerships, client assessment, treatment or action planning, conducting interviews, advising/counseling/mentoring clients, and participating in health promotion and health education activities.

• Intimate understanding of and experience working with the community served

• Minimum 3 years of research and management-related experience in a research setting to include the following: recruitment of study participants, knowledge of research data collection procedures, experience in study coordination, knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, HIPAA, and IRB regulations for human research, and supervisory experience. Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to initiate and maintain positive working relationships with project staff and other organizations.

• Ability and willingness to provide emotional support, encouragement, and motivation to program participants.

• Possess advanced skills in research management and administration (noted above).

• Ability to work independently and interdependently.

• Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to interface at all levels including management internally and externally (encompasses verbal, written, interpersonal, and listening).

• Ability to collaborate at a professional level with national colleagues and executive leadership in confidence.

• Demonstrated record of planning and time management (timelines, schedules, task prioritization).

• Ability to multi-task various assignments and projects while meeting expectations and deadlines.

• Proactive and flexible; ability to adapt to changing priorities and problem-solve

• Direct supervision of staff (1 or more).

• Grant development experience.

• Mature judgment and demonstrated ability to deal with highly confidential information and act as a liaison between the Principal Investigator, co-investigators, staff, and external constituencies including study participants.

• Ability to understand and analyze complex human subject research issues .and interpret regulatory guidelines.

• Demonstrated record of project management with a high level of success.

• Microsoft Word and Outlook.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to communicate with a wide variety of stakeholders.

• Willingness to learn and apply new skills.

• Commitment to excellence; ability to work in a team and independently.

• Highly motivated, creative, critical thinking, resourceful, responsible, high level of integrity, collaborative, and problem-solving skills.  

Physical Requirements: Requires a high level of mobility in order to be able to provide outreach at various locations if needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience engaging communities with a high prevalence of poverty and/or chronic disease in Little Rock.

• Experience working with community-based organizations that provide mental and/or social services to individuals impacted by poverty and/or chronic disease.

• Experience with community health prevention programs

• Experience living or working in Little Rock, AR.

• Experience working with diverse groups of people.

• Experience working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, collaboratively practicing with health professionals, governmental, and/or community-based organizations.

• Experience using creative and interactive approaches to engaging and building rapport with clients/participants.

• Experience with case management, health research, health promotion and/or service referral and navigation.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a member of the Study Management Team. A strong focus on teamwork, knowledge of health promotion research, behavioral intervention implementation and evaluation, and racial health disparities are requirements of this position. Additional assistance with appointment scheduling is a requirement of the job. Specific training will be provided.
• Work directly with an interdisciplinary research team to perform daily research and administrative operations.
• Coordinate efforts across the project to document progress.
• Provide updates and status reports to the PI and Director on a regular basis.
• Promote and facilitate research activities among investigators and establish new community collaborations.
• Attend routine study-related meetings to discuss progress and timeliness and to resolve issues.
• Participate and assist in all research study activities.
• Document work with participants and community partners through appropriate record-keeping according to the approved study protocol.
• Create educational materials for community partners, study participants and coalition presentations.
• Coordinate and supervise follow-up on action items.
• Maintain open communication to assure the flow of appropriate information to relevant constituents, including project staff and community partners.
• Perform other tasks as necessary to meet project responsibilities.  
• Work in collaboration with partners of the study and attend necessary ongoing training.
• Schedule and conduct follow-up contacts and assessments.
• Provide oversight of the daily operations of the project, including the supervision of staff and coordination of all community related activities.
• General oversight of program goals, products, and deliverables as it relates to participant retention and recruitment.
• Develop best practices for recruitment and tracking and adopt these practices to be implemented as part of the standard operating procedures.
• Develop and conduct regular meetings, trainings, and workshops for staff to successfully execute participant intervention components. Coordinate follow-up and monitoring of action items from meetings.
• Responsible for the oversight of all recruitment activities, including monitoring the fidelity of intervention delivery.
• Oversee the implementation of linkage components and related data tracking activities of staff, monitor progress, develop a scheduling and monitoring system with staff, help to problem-solve, and assist staff when needed.
• Assists in gathering and evaluating data concerning the program; may perform incidental clerical duties such as keeping records, answering the telephone, arranging participant appointments, requesting medical records, etc. Provide regular oral and written progress reports to the Directors and team.
• Develop and execute standard operating procedures to facilitate compliance with all institutional and governmental policies and regulations.
• Oversee data collection protocols.
• Maintain participant confidentiality.
• Audit participant files and call history notes and make decisions regarding participant information.
• Serve as point of contact for study participants to address the rights of research subjects.
• Document and report protocol deviations to the Section's IRB representative and/or directly to the UAMS IRB to address and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Telephone calls and outreach to participants as needed, including screening and assessments.
• Facilitating or coordinating participant transportation to assessments; may transport staff members to meetings with administration approval; reports malfunctions of the vehicle to supervisor.
• Working as part of the team to enhance the overall patient experience.
• Interacts with and assists the public in a professional and friendly manner as needed. Demonstrates effective communication skills; communicates accurate and complete information; maintains strict confidentiality when necessary. Demonstrates positive working relationships with co-workers, management team, and ancillary departments; follows the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and the Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines. Assist internal and external stakeholders as needed with exceptional customer service. 
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants: All applicants must upload a resume to be considered.

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: 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, Talking
Frequent Physical Activity: Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Sitting, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity: Crawling, Crouching, Kneeling, Reaching, Standing, Stooping
Benefits Eligible: Yes

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