Director, Research Programs

Director, Research Programs at UAMS (University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, Arkansas, United States Job Description Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.

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Closing Date:

06/06/2026

Type of Position:

Senior Professional Staff -

OperationsJob Type:

Regular

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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 theApply 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 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. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

Department:

COP | Cancer and System Therapeutics

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Summary of Job Duties:

The Research Program Director at UAMS provides administrative leadership and strategic oversight for the College of Pharmacy's research and graduate portfolio, with a focus on pre-award development and program growth. This role collaborates closely with the Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Studies to advance research productivity by identifying funding opportunities, aligning proposals with sponsor priorities, and supporting faculty in crafting competitive grant applications, budgets, and justifications. The Director ensures regulatory compliance with institutional, state, and federal requirements while supporting pre- and post-award processes. They strengthen the college's research infrastructure by serving as a liaison with research administration, innovation, and technology transfer units, and by fostering collaborations across departments and external partners. Key responsibilities include tracking research metrics, forecasting funding trends, supporting complex multi-investigator initiatives (e.g., center, training, and program grants), overseeing research workflows, budget management, contracts, and material transfer agreements. The Director also supports

SBIR/STTR

activities, graduate program budgets, and ensures adherence to human and animal subject protections. Effective... For full info follow application link. UAMS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (501) 686-6432 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). To view full details and how to apply, or