UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Associate Chair
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Job Description
- Req#: R0067549
- 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
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Health Care or related field plus 8 years business management experience with exposure to a combination of budget, finance and human resources or a Master's degree plus 6 years business management experience with exposure to a combination of budget, finance and human resources.
- Knowledge of academic medical center operations, planning, finance and administration.
- Ability to collaborate with clinical partners to ensure seamless operations between academic and clinical enterprise.
- Master’s in Business administration, health care administration, finance, accounting, legal or related.
Grant Management & Compliance– Oversee post-award activities for Radiation Oncology and Endocrinology grants, ensuring compliance with regulations, budgetary oversight, and reporting. Collaborate with Principal Investigators, regulatory entities, and internal teams to ensure smooth grant administration.
Financial Oversight & Reporting – Manage financial operations, develop budgets, monitor accounts, and provide fiscal reporting for the Department of Radiation Oncology and Division of Endocrinology. Ensure compliance with funding sources, including grants, state funds, and clinical trials.
Administrative Leadership– Oversee department/division operations, faculty recruitment, hiring, and performance evaluations. Ensure compliance with policies, process improvements, and effective communication among staff and leadership.
HR & Procurement Oversight – Manage HR-related tasks for direct reports, including cost allocations and annual evaluations. Approve and oversee grant-related procurement, travel, and purchasing.
Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance – Ensure adherence to federal, state, and sponsor regulations. Conduct quality assurance reviews, facilitate audits, and monitor financial and operational processes.
Training & Additional Responsibilities– Train new employees on procurement processes, manage Central Regional Programs vehicles, and oversee reconciliation of purchasing cards. Provide customer service and support organizational goals through professional development.
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03/11/2025
Closing Date:
Management - Operations
Type of Position:
Regular
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Work Shift:Sponsorship Available:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
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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 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.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu .
COM | Radiation Oncology
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The Department Administrator of Radiation Oncology and Division Administrator for the division of Endocrinology is responsible for the administrative and financial authority in both areas and reports jointly to the Chairperson of Radiation Oncology, the Division Chief of Endocrinology, and the COM Associate Dean for Finance and Administration along with the Department Administrator for Internal Medicine.
Summary of Job Duties:
The Department Administrator directs human resources, finance and budgeting, strategic planning, and department operations and represents the Department, Division, and College both within and outside UAMS. In helping to fulfill the mission of UAMS, the Department/Division Administrator has administrative authority over the Research, educational, and service operations and activities. He/She uses judgment and experience to apply advanced knowledge, skills, methods, and practices to ensure all department personnel follow all UAMS policies and procedures. He/She also conducts analysis and problem-solving to plan and prioritize a varied workload that involves developing solutions to emergent issues, time-sensitive and/or confidential projects, and complex problems.
The Department/Division Administrator may collaborate with one or more Service Line Administrators to facilitate strategic initiatives, faculty recruiting/onboarding, scheduling, effort allocation, assignments, and budget and financial analysis.
Qualifications:Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Information:Responsibilities:
Commensurate with education and experience
Salary Information:
Resume
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
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/UASYSPlease do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Criminal Background Check
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
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.
Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Constant Physical Activity:
Crouching, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Stooping
Frequent Physical Activity:
Balancing, Climbing, Crawling
Occasional Physical Activity:
Yes
Benefits Eligible:About the company
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is a public medical school in Little Rock, Arkansas.