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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):
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 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.
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Bachelor’s degree in psychology, nursing, public health, or related field, plus one (1) year of human subjects research experience required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Experience in clinical research or behavioral health strongly preferred.
Training in human subject protection and GCP (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
Strong interpersonal skills and comfort working with psychiatric populations.
Ability to administer structured clinical assessments after training.
Responsibilities:
Conduct pre-screening and eligibility assessments using study-specific inclusion/exclusion criteria; coordinate scheduling of study visits, assessments, and interventional procedures.
Maintain recruitment logs and report enrollment metrics to investigators.
Obtain informed consent from participants in accordance with UAMS IRB policies and federal regulations; ensure participants understand study procedures, risks, benefits, and rights.
Serve as a primary point of contact for participants throughout the study.
Administer or coordinate administration of standardized symptom rating scales such as MADRS, HAM-D, YMRS, CGI, PHQ-9.
Track visit windows, protocol-required procedures, and follow-up timelines.
Enter, clean, and validate data in Excel, REDCap, or other relational databases.
Maintain a longitudinal database.
Perform routine quality checks to ensure accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
Generate reports for investigators, DSMBs, and sponsors as needed.
Assist with IRB submissions, continuing reviews, amendments, and adverse event reporting.
Maintain regulatory binders, delegation logs, and training documentation; ensure adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and UAMS research policies.
Coordinate communication between investigators, clinical teams, and research partners; support study budgeting, supply tracking, and scheduling of interventional procedures.
Prepare materials for team meetings, audits, and sponsor monitoring visits.
Interact and develop positive working relationships with a diverse group of professionals at all levels within the organization, community, industry, and state and federal governments.
Perform other duties as assigned.
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Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact
askrecruitment@uams.edu
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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.
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.