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University of Arkansas

Little Rock (AR)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Part time

23 days ago

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Job summary

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences seeks a part-time Student Employee to assist in research focused on smoking cessation barriers among menthol cigarette smokers. This role offers valuable experience in health disparities and mobile health research, requiring strong communication and analytical skills.

Benefits

Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave

Education discount for staff and dependents

Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution

Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000

Career Training and Educational Opportunities

Merchant Discounts

Concierge prescription delivery

Qualifications

Must be currently enrolled as a student at a university or college.
Experience in health, public health, psychology, or related fields.
Must have a valid driver’s license and car transportation.

Responsibilities

Participate in research involving human subjects and data analysis.
Responsible for participant recruitment and scheduling.
Assist with the development of professional presentations and reports.

Skills

Communication

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

Currently enrolled as a student

Master's level courses in public health or psychology

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

time left to apply End Date: June 2, 2025 (11 days left to apply)

job requisition id R0063824

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Closing Date:

06/02/2025

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Closing Date:

06/02/2025

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

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.

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 orientation, 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:

CPH | HBHE CST Jones

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Principal Investigator is seeking a part-time (50% FTE) Student Employee to work on research projects that focus on identifying barriers to smoking cessation among adults who smoke menthol cigarettes. The Student Employee will gain experience conducting research with adults who smoke and experience in health disparities, mobile health (mHealth), and behavioral research. The Student Employee will assist the Principal Investigator/Project Leader on all aspects of the projects. The Student Employees will report to the Principal Investigator/Project Leader.

Qualifications:

Must be currently enrolled as a student at a university or college within the Central Arkansas area.
E nrolled in Master's level courses in public health, psychology, or related fields.
Experience in health, public health; psychology, digital health, computer science, marketing research, or related field.
Must have a valid driver’s license and car transportation.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to communicate with a wide variety of stakeholders.
Willingness and directly learning and applying new skills
Commitment to excellence
Ability to work in a team and independently
Highly motivated; creative; critical thinking; resourceful and able to seek out information and answers on own
Responsible; high level of integrity; proactive; collaborative; and problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
Must be willing to screen and recruit participants
Knowledge of tobacco prevention and control is a bonus.
Prior experience in working on surveys or focus groups/qualitative interviews is a bonus
Experience in developing PowerPoint and other scientific presentations is a bonus.

Preferred Qualifications

Completed undergraduate degree and Master's level courses in public health or related field
Experience in assisting with IRB applications and reporting and/or CLARA.
Experience in use of SPSS, MPlus, SAS, R, STATA, or other statistical packages.
Experience in use of REDCap.
Experience in health, public health, pyschology, digital health, marketing research, or related field
Experience in conducting or analyzing qualitative data.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

Participate in research involving human subjects and secondary data analysis.
Responsible for participant recruitment, screening, scheduling, visits, retention, and informed consent/assent; and the coordination and collection of qualitative interviews, quantitative (surveys, mHealth surveys), and biospecimen/biological samples data.
Assist with the analysis, handling, storage, and shipping of qualitative, quantitative, and biospecimen data.
Establish and maintain accurate participant recruitment, screening, scheduling, contact, retention, and incentive records; keep track of, monitor, enter and summarize study data in REDCap and other databases; assist with mail.
Communicate with Principal Investigator/ Project Leader on study progress.
Synthesize data and work with the team to write reports.
Assist with outreach and communication to partners.
Complete standard paperwork on recruitment/enrollment progress.
Assist with the development of professional presentations and peer-reviewed manuscripts.
Participate in recruitment, screening, scheduling, visits, and retention. Enter and maintain recruitment, screening, and participant contact records.
Obtain informed consent/assent and assist with conducting interviews, note-taking, survey dissemination and administration, intervention development, and collection, storage, and shipment of biological samples. Data collection will occur across the state, including rural areas.
Participate in regular project meetings, trainings, provide updates on progress, and communicate regularly with study team on recruitment and data collection progress. Work with study team to problem-solve issues, develop appropriate solutions, and assist study team when needed.
Work with study team to develop and implement secure systems for assuring the quality, confidentiality, and safety of the data and work with data manager to maintain appropriate study logs, records, and databases.
Work with the team to analyze qualitative and quantitative data, write papers, and prepare presentations.
Work with Investigator Team to develop regular reports of study progress and preliminary data.
Perform other duties may be assigned.

Salary Information:

$15.00/hour

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants must upload a resume to be considered for the position.

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting relatedquestions.

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, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Frequent Physical Activity:

Sitting, Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Crawling, Crouching, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Standing, Walking

Benefits Eligible:

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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS)

At the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), we are looking for health care and non-health care professionals who believe in excellence as a way of life. If you think you have the skills and commitment to succeed at the highest level, consider a career at UAMS, the state’s only academic health sciences center. Combining diverse talents and expertise, our employees work together to provide advanced patient care.

We currently have a wide variety of positions available, from patient care to support staff- we may have the perfect position for you.

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The below report is provided in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA).

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