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Clinical Research Financial Analyst I/II/III (Springdale)

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Springdale, AR Full Time
POSTED ON 4/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/11/2025

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Closing Date : 03 / 23 / 2025

Type of Position :

Professional Staff - Project / Program Administration

Job Type : Regular

Work Shift :

Sponsorship Available :

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 : ICHI | Finance

Department's Website :

Summary of Job Duties :

We are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Clinical Research Financial Analyst to join our team at the Institute of Community Health Innovation. This role is essential for managing the accounting and analysis of key financials for all research-funded projects. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring the financial health and compliance of our research initiatives.

The Clinical Research Financial Analyst will also be responsible for financial reporting, ensuring transparency and accountability. Key responsibilities include budgeting, managing contracts, billing and invoicing, and maintaining accounts. Additionally, the analyst will collaborate with research teams to provide financial insights and support decision-making processes. Strong analytical skills and a keen attention to detail are essential for this position. If you are a detail-oriented and skilled financial analyst with a passion for health innovation, we invite you to join our team.

This position is located in Northwest Arkansas.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s degree in business (Auditing, Finance, Accounting), or Healthcare Administration, Science, Nursing, and / or related field OR High School, GED, or formal education equivalent plus five (5) years of related experience in lieu of bachelor’s degree.
  • One (1) year of experience with billing, accounting, finance, budgeting, financial analysis, or a related field.
  • Level Qualifications :

  • Level I – 1 year of experience with billing, accounting, finance, budgeting, financial analysis, or related fields.
  • Level II – 3-5 years of experience with billing, accounting, finance, budgeting, financial analysis, or related field plus 1 years of clinical research pre and / or post-contract funding and / or 1 years of grant experience.
  • Level III (Senior) –Bachelor’s Degree plus 5 years of experience with billing, accounting, finance, budgeting, financial analysis, or related field plus 3 years of clinical research pre and / or post-contract funding and / or 3 years of grant experience.
  • Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities :

  • Strong analytical skills
  • Proficiency in financial software and tools
  • In-depth understanding of federally funded grant awards and financial terms
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting​​
  • Additional Information :

    Key Responsibilities :

    Financial Management

  • Oversee the financial management of multiple federally funded research budgets throughout the project life cycle.
  • Consults with investigators and division directors to identify and ensure all terms of the contract or award are met and within UAMS compliance.
  • Thorough evaluation and monitoring of expenditures and tracking of revenue for assigned financial areas.
  • Frequent communication and coordination with grants accounting, OSPAN, and ORSP to ensure proper reporting of financials.
  • Reconciles study accounts at the closure of the projects for account closure. Works with agencies to resolve queries regarding invoices and / or payments due.
  • Monitors and manages invoices, contractor agreements, stipend payments, and execution and monitoring of subawards.
  • Maintains a thorough understanding of research financial compliance based on the terms of the federal funder.
  • Coordination and Reporting

  • Extract and define relevant information, analyzes and interprets data to determine financial performance and / or to project a financial probability and make recommendations to influence decision making.
  • Prepares and delivers data, reports, and / or presentations to investigators, management, and / or leadership.
  • Plan and coordinate strategies to improve existing standard operating procedures related to finances.
  • Identify quality and performance improvement opportunities and collaborate with staff in the development of action plans to improve quality.
  • Works cross-functionally with all members of the research team and is responsible for maintaining information, processes, workflows, and tools that support the provision of financial services throughout the project’s lifecycle.
  • Customer Service

  • Interacts with and assists the public in a professional and friendly manner as needed.
  • Demonstrates effective communication skills; communicates accurate and complete information; maintains strict confidentiality when necessary.
  • Demonstrates positive working relationships with co-workers, management team, and ancillary departments; follows the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and the Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines.
  • Assist internal and external stakeholders as needed with exceptional customer service.
  • Additional duties as assigned.

  • Participates in ongoing professional training.
  • Salary Information :

    Commensurate with education and experience

    Required Documents to Apply :

    Resume

    Optional Documents :

    Curriculum Vitae, Proof of Veteran Status

    Special Instructions to Applicants :

    Recruitment Contact Information :

    Please contactfor any recruiting related questions.

    Pre-employment Screening Requirements :

    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

    Frequent Physical Activity :

    Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

    Occasional Physical Activity :

    Driving, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing

    Benefits Eligible :

    Salary : $50,000

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