• Job Description

  Req#: R0071176

  Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com , then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions. Students at University of Arkansas System two-year institutions will also view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students”.
  
  All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

  
  If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.
  

  
  Closing Date:

  05/19/2025

  
  Type of Position:

  Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration

  
  Job Type:

  Temporary (Fixed Term)

  
  Work Shift:

  Sponsorship Available:

  No

  
  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 | EPI Center for Birth Defects

  
  Department's Website:

  
  Summary of Job Duties:

  The Business Systems Specialist will be part of a dynamic team contributing to critical advancements in birth defects research and surveillance. In collaboration with the section faculty and staff, the Specialist will develop and implement advanced data management of integrated applications with clinical and research relational databases for the Arkansas Center for Birth Defects Research. The Specialist will also take a leadership role in applying creativity in adopting proven technologies, platforms, and architectures to enhance current systems and develop new systems.

  
  Qualifications:

  Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field, plus five (5) years of experience managing large relational databases (IT-related, database, software implementation) required.

  Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Knowledge of current computer languages and their respective programming techniques

  • Proficient with linkage/merging large health/clinical databases

  • Ability to think through a logical sequence of necessary events, including in terms of computer language, to produce a desired end product

  • Ability to devise or modify procedures to solve complex problems

  • Positive attitude, self-motivated, independent, detail-oriented, responsible team player, and exhibits exceptional organizational and relationship management skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities

  • Ability to work with multiple researchers, faculty. and staff from diverse backgrounds in a collegial and professional manner

  Preferred Qualifications:

  Five (5) years of experience with Microsoft SQL Management Tool, Tableau, and/or Visual Basic.

  
  Additional Information:

  Responsibilities:

  • Apply creativity in adopting proven technologies, platforms, and architectures to enhance current systems and develop new systems.

  • Perform application maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting as needed.

  • Perform all of the database development and management skills of database build, data cleaning and quality, data merging, data linkage, reporting, and database analysis.

  • Implement quality control measures to ensure protocol compliance.

  • Establish and maintain standard development, testing, and documentation protocols.

  • Establish and maintain a standard protocol for maintaining the security, privacy, and integrity of data.

  • Facilitate training of end-users with appropriate documentation.

  • Keep apprised of data design/development techniques and methodologies.

  • Perform basic statistical calculations to analyze various datasets utilizing standard statistical methodologies. Access information held in databases to respond to special requests for data or statistical reports from internal and external constituents, including designing, programming, and generating customized reports.

  • Clean and manage data, implement quality control measures to ensure protocol compliance, perform inquiries, and provide custom reports.

  • Anticipate and recommend application enhancements as appropriate.

  • Perform basic statistical calculations to analyze various datasets utilizing standard statistical methodologies.

  • Provide leadership with other institutions and agencies (e.g., ACH SDG, CDC or other external collaborators and/or funding agencies) as the programming liaison regarding implementation, support, and data sharing of externally supplied study-specific databases or data using secured data networks, web-based systems, etc.

  • Maintain a log of access rights for approved users (active and inactive). Synchronize data with funding agencies on a routine basis.

  • Attend Center and study-related meetings.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

  
  Salary Information:

  Commensurate with education and experience

  
  Required Documents to Apply:

  Resume

  
  Optional Documents:

  
  Special Instructions to Applicants:

  
  Recruitment Contact Information:

  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:

  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:

  Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

  
  Frequent Physical Activity:

  Hearing, Sitting, Standing, Talking

  
  Occasional Physical Activity:

  N/A

  
  Benefits Eligible:

  No

• About the company

  The University of Arkansas is a public land-grant, research university in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

Notice