Senior Research Assistant

Closing Date:

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Administrative Support:

• Operate and manage the School of Nursing office, including general duties such as preparing letters, filing, emails, phone, and receptionist;

• Assist with the coverage of the front desk. Answers telephones, greets, and directs visitors, students, and staff;

• Adhere to established office hours of Monday through Friday from 8 am-5 pm with a lunch break of one (1) hour between 11 am-1 pm;

• Maintain proficiency in University computer programs and software applications;

• Respond to inquiries from students, staff, faculty, the public, and direct inquirers;

• Assist supervisor by maintaining leave records, appointment calendar, and prioritizing incoming correspondence;

• Coordinate the school course schedule and instruction budget with the Dean's office, and textbook requisition with the bookstore.

Grants, Contracts, and Budgets:

• Serve as the School liaison with the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP);

• Manage ORSP paperwork on new and continuing grants/contracts;

• Develop budgets and budget justifications for new or continuing grants;

• Manage the School of Nursing budgets (e.g., maintenance, clinical nurse fees, simulation supplies, designated accounts), initiate purchase/travel requisitions, monitor expenditures, as well as respond to payroll inquires and operations;

• Assist with travel arrangements and reimbursement processing for visitors, faculty, and staff;

• Oversee and ensure compliance with state and university procurement regulations for P-Card and Travel Card programs;

• Manage department affiliation and memorandum of understanding agreements with community partners adhering to contract deadline/expiration dates and working with the UA Little Rock Contract Services for new agreements;

• Develop and maintain databases, spreadsheets, and other fiscal reporting mechanisms for the School of Nursing.

HR Processes:

• Onboard part-time as well as full-time faculty;

• Serve as liaison to full and part-time faculty;

• Initiate PAPs for faculty, staff, and student employees, provide online timesheet entry for faculty and student employees as needed;

• Serve as a liaison with the CBHHS Dean's office and Human Resources in hiring for the School of Nursing.

Reporting and Researching:

• Assist in research and analysis of data pertinent to the School;

• Assist in preparing reports, newsletters, outreach materials, and other documents;

• Prepare, present, and review oral and written information and reports;

• Manage the department lease and purchase contracts, including office equipment and for the Center for Simulation Innovation (CSI).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing situations;

• Make informed decisions based on current and/or available knowledge;

• Display a professional, cooperative, and approachable attitude and demeanor in all forms of communication;

• Knowledge of work-related subject area;

• Knowledge of computers and software applications;

• Application of basic mathematics concepts;

• Research and analyze related work program information;

• Develop, recommend, interpret, and apply policies and procedures;

• Analyze financial records and prepare reports;

• Plan, organize, and direct the work of others;

• Use Microsoft Word, Excel, Banner, and Workday;

• Organize, prioritize, and complete multiple projects/tasks as necessary.

Additional Information:

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. 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.