Research Professional Job Fayetteville area,Arkansas USA,Education / Teaching

Researchers and Scientists

Workstudy Position:
No

Job Type:

Fixed Duration of Project/Grant (Fixed Term)

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Department:

School Choice Initiatives

Summary of

Job Duties:

The Research Professional will oversee the managerial logistics of implementation for the longitudinal evaluation of the Arkansas EFA Program. Responsibilities will include developing timelines for completion of work products included in the project, coordinating all project communications including the scheduling of regular project team meetings, planning and organizing biannual meetings of the Advisory Board, managing travel requests and reimbursements for the team, assisting in the collection of publicly available data, and assisting with report preparation.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
At least three years or more of project management experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in a related field
Experience conducting field research
Familiarity with education in Arkansas

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

Proficient in the programs of Microsoft Suite
Detail oriented
Strong work ethic
Good written and oral communication
Effective at working in teams

Additional Information:

This position is renewable annually based on continued need for the position, availability of funding, and satisfactory job performance.

This position is a Designated Research Position and is regulated by the Arkansas Research Education Protection Act of 2025. Prior to issuance of an offer of employment, the University is required to request and obtain additional information about an applicant's background and, if required, conduct an additional review of that background information.

Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)

Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:
Dr. Patrick Wolf pwolf

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing.

A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

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 preference, 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.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Frequent Physical Activity:

Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes