University of Arkansas System

Research Program Director – ICHI

University of Arkansas System

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Springdale • United States

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Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Lead and coordinate community-based research initiatives for the Institute for Community Health Innovation.
  • Collaborate with a talented team to design and implement high-impact research studies and community programs.
  • Build strong stakeholder relationships and ensure seamless coordination across projects and departments.
  • Manage federal projects and deliver outcomes that truly make a difference in community health.
  • Facilitate the connection and collaboration between multiple community-based programs or research studies across the organization.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in health, business, or related field plus five (5) years of project management or coordination level experience, including at least one (1) year of supervisory experience.
  • Strong expertise in community-based research methodologies and program implementation.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and budgets effectively.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
  • Experience in federal grant management and compliance.
  • Demonstrated ability to foster collaboration across teams and departments.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to ensure program objectives are met.
  • Leadership skills to guide teams and drive high-impact outcomes.
Benefits
  • 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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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
interpersonal skillscommunication skillsrelationship buildingcollaborationleadership skills