Program Manager

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Closing Date:

12/12/2025

Type of Position:

Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration

Job Type:

RegularNo

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:

COM | Pharmacology & Toxicology

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Program Manager will support the departmental T32 grant graduate program and provide high-level administrative support to the Department Chair and leadership team. This position is responsible for coordinating grant activities, managing program budgets, assisting graduate students and mentors, and organizing seminars and program meetings. In addition, the Program Manager will provide executive support to the Department Chair, assist with departmental events and communication efforts, and oversee travel planning for faculty, students, and visiting speakers. This role requires strong organizational, administrative, budgeting, and communication skills, as well as the ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced academic environment.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field plus four (4) years of program management experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Specific training related to grant experience preferred. 
• Experience with the Workday system is preferred.
• Knowledge & experience of the UAMS systems, including travel, would be preferred as well.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Manage the T32 graduate training program, including meetings, seminars, budgets, reporting, and coordination with students and faculty mentors.

• Provide executive-level support to the Department Chair, including scheduling meetings, coordinating departmental events, maintaining departmental communications, and supporting committees and faculty.

• Maintain departmental website content, video board announcements, databases, and academic communications (e.g., dissertation/thesis announcements).

• Serve as travel administrator for faculty, students, and visiting speakers; process and reconcile travel using UAMS systems and policies.

• Collaborate with department administrative staff and provide backup support for supply ordering, education coordination, and other administrative duties as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental operations.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education & experience.

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

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:

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:

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes