Associate Program Manager

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Closing Date:

01/16/2026Type of Position:Professional Staff - Project/Program AdministrationJob Type:Regular Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

NoInstitution 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 | Research BioVentures

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Summary of Job Duties:The Associate Program Manager provides outreach, project management, program management, and facilitation through planning, participation, and communication among all participating agencies and among team members. S/He also helps internal and external stakeholders, and inventors with Bioventures databases, project management tools, technology (applications) reporting tools. This position will work closely with the BioVentures team for the responsibility of supporting and monitoring BioVentures inventor and team member sites, outreach initiatives. This position maintains project task lists and keeps project plans up to date. The Associate Program Manager will ensure timely communication with the BioVentures team members regarding changes that have the potential to impact other teams, systems, and inventors. The Associate Program Manager will communicate policy changes as well as system changes that will impact BioVentures team members and inventors. This position will oversee the management and coordination of BioVentures Innovation Center. The Associate Program Manager works with BioVentures serving as a coordinator of specified BioVentures program initiatives. This position will be directly responsible for project/program implementation, training, and marketing material. The position reports to the President of BioVentures and prepares reports for project status for granting purposes, coordinates innovation teamwork flows for grant and/or contract projects. The Associate Program Manager will serve as a mentor for BioVentures team members and clients.Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree PLUS two (2) years of project/program management experience - preferred PMP Certification.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, Letters of Recommendation, License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of five Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:No Background Check Required

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:StandingFrequent Physical Activity:TalkingOccasional Physical Activity:Hearing, Sitting, StandingBenefits Eligible:Yes

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