Intermediate Research Systems Analyst

Location: Little Rock

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Closing Date

11/01/2026

Type of Position

Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration

Job Type

Regular

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

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Department

RESH | Associate VC

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Summary of Job Duties

The Intermediate Research Systems Analyst is responsible for Developing and modifying procedures for the expansion and improvement of UAMS’ electronic business suite (“Muse”) to solve and track complex medical business, regulatory, and research administration issues using vendor-hosted compliance software.

The analyst formulates/defines system scope and objectives. Responsibilities include project management, system design, user interfaces, budget oversight, test plan and procedure development, and implementation of best practices. The position also provides leadership and mentoring to user Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and monitors programming activities for users across campus.

The analyst is expected to work almost exclusively with the Muse and coordinate changes/updates to the implemented electronic “solutions” Grants, Agreements, Conflict of Interests (COI), Animal Operations (AOPS), IACUC, Safety, and other appropriate business systems (e.g., Workday) for the Research Administration/Compliance Offices at UAMS. This position serves as a liaison between internal and external stakeholders related to compliance, data integrity, workflows, system integrations, and enhancements.

The analyst is responsible for keeping implementations on schedule and ensuring all federal, state, and UAMS compliance and data integrity needs are met. This position leads system updates and ongoing maintenance to ensure compliance with federal, state, and UAMS governing bodies.

Working closely with SMEs, the position helps develop and maintain policies and procedures that support regulatory compliance. Additionally, the position will serve on the research IT committee, sponsored programs administration committee, and other appropriate research/compliance committees.

This position will become certified and maintain certification related to all supported platforms within one year of hire.

Note: This job is a hybrid position - both on campus time (in office) and work from home.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education plus three (3) years of relevant experience in sponsored research administration, or IT-related experience in a higher education environment required.