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Type of Position:

Research

Job Type:

Regular 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.

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Department:

COM | IDHI RTEC

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Data Analyst works under the direction of the Rural Telehealth Evaluation Center (RTEC) Director and Deputy Director and functions as a member of RTEC team for synthesizing and evaluating information gleaned from in-depth analysis for the purpose of program evaluation, research, fulfilling contractual agreements from extramurally-funded awards, and planning or developing specific service programs and initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in science, health, statistics, research, business, public health, or a related field

PLUS Five (5) years of experience in research and/or evaluation data analysis required

OR

Master’s Degree in science, health, statistics, research, business, public health, or a related field

PLUS Three (3) years of experience in research and/or evaluation data analysis required

Experience with program evaluation such as process evaluation, outcome evaluation, implementation research, and/or continuous quality improvement.

Knowledge of qualitative and survey methodologies, such as conducting focus groups and interviews and designing and implementing surveys.

Experience with qualitative analysis software such as MaxQDA or NVivo.

Experience with survey software such as Qualtrics or REDCap.

Additional Information:

• Assists Director and performs data pulls and data analysis as requested. Serves as a subject matter expert with regard to elements needed to meet quality reporting measures and metrics.
• Designs and implements formal quality assurance processes to assure data accuracy and develops action plans for any data quality issues. In collaboration with the Director, develop cross-training and cross-coverage to ensure timely data collection in times of absences or increased volumes.
• Conducts ongoing data analysis and evaluation to identify performance gaps, trends, special cause variation, and potential causal factors. Utilizes visual graphical tools and data displays to provide interpretation ease and meaningful conclusions and employs more advanced statistical tools and analysis, when appropriate.
• Maintains data in an external or internally built database and ensures all data is entered accurately and according to specifications. Supervises the development of any additional internal database including the composition of, and adherence to, the associated specification documents.
• Serves as the unit's team lead in the collection and compilation of quality data for assigned registry, database, or indicator set.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeCover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, Letters of Recommendation, License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of five Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

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:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check

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, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Sitting, Standing, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Lifting

Benefits Eligible:

Yes