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Director for Student, Postgraduate, and Faculty Engagement

Apply remote type Remote work is an option locations Little Rock time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago time left to apply End Date : January 20, 2025 (30 days left to apply) job requisition id R0065501

A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.

Closing Date : 01 / 20 / 2025

Type of Position :

Management - Operations

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

The Director of Student, Postgraduate and Faculty Engagement will partner with the Vice Chancellor for Academic Pathways and Workforce Partnerships (APWP) and campus stakeholders to design and implement signature programs and initiatives to strengthen faculty, postgraduate, and student recruitment engagement, success, and retention. This is a grant funded position.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications

Relevant terminal degree (PhD, EdD, etc.) in health, public health, social sciences, biomedical or basic sciences or related field plus six (6) years of experience in program development, faculty development, Grant writing experience, developing curricula and training programs, developing program assessments and metrics, or developing student-centered programs.

Must have valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and valid auto insurance.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Red-Cap, and Excel.

Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to communicate with a wide variety of stakeholders; willingness to learn and apply new skills; commitment to excellence; ability to work in a team and independently; highly motivated; creative; critical thinking; resourceful; responsible; high level of integrity; collaborative; and problem-solving skills.

Experience in developing PowerPoint and other scientific presentations.

Experience in a medical school or academic medical center environment.

Responsibilities :

Student and Postgraduate Engagement and Retention

Provide leadership for student and postgraduate engagement initiatives and partner with Regional Programs and the colleges to create opportunities for faculty, trainees, and students to interact to build a stronger sense of community and support.

Partner with academic and clinical units to expand postgraduate learning and career development opportunities.

Develop metrics to track and assess impact and effectiveness of engagement initiatives and impact on retention.

Faculty Engagement and Retention

Partner with the faculty center, colleges, the graduate school, and institutes to identify barriers to faculty engagement and collaboratively implement strategies to address those barriers.

In partnership with the faculty center, develop mentoring, career development, and support services for faculty experiencing barriers to success.

Collaborate with TRI, Research Division, Cancer Institute other research centers to develop programs and initiatives focused on career development, skills, and competency development of early-stage career investigators.

Identify and address policies and processes that adversely impact groups of faculty and potentially hinder engagement and success.

Develop metrics to track and assess impact and effectiveness of engagement initiatives and impact on retention.

Mentorship

Provide support and guidance for university committees focused on faculty and student engagement as well as student organizations focused on student engagement.

Develop mentoring programs and mentorship opportunities inside and outside of the university for those with expressed need for such resources.

Capacity Building

Identify extramural resources and assist in the development of proposals to expand programming aligned with the division.

Partner with community organization and campus units to identify resources to advance the mission of the division.

Other duties as assigned.

Salary Information : Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply : List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial / Official Transcript(s)

Optional Documents : Curriculum Vitae, Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Recruitment Contact Information :

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 :

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

Occasional Physical Activity :

Pulling, Pushing, Walking

Benefits Eligible : J-18808-Ljbffr

Salary : $50,000

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