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Temporary (Fixed Term)
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University of Arkansas at Little RockThe University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock we prepare our more than 8900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rocks thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and states growing profile as a regional leader in research technology transfer economic development and job creation.
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Arkansas Small Business & Technology Development
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Summary of Job Duties:
The ASBTDC Research Assistant at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will gain hands-on experience conducting market research and supporting Arkansas small businesses. This position supports the ASBTDCs consulting and outreach efforts by gathering analyzing and summarizing secondary research to help entrepreneurs make informed business decisions. The Research Assistant will work closely with the consulting team to fulfill research requests and maintain up-to-date resources. This is an hourly (20 hours per week) grant-funded non-benefits eligible position. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Qualifications:
Minimum Education and/or Experience:
- A formal high school diploma.
Preferred Education and/or Experience
- Significant coursework in business economics market research or a related field.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct secondary market research using online databases industry resources AI and public data sources;
May prepare concise professional summaries highlighting findings relevant to small businesses and ASBTDC consultants;
Maintain and update geographic and customer segment profiles with demographic spending and business activity data;
Assist with market research components for SBIR/STTR proposals technology commercialization plans and provide related support to clients;
May create data visualizations and organize datasets from various internet sources;
Document client-related activities in ASBTDCs CRM system per documentation procedures;
Work cooperatively with staff to provide high-quality assistance and customer service as well as achieve ASBTDCs goals and mission;
Perform other duties as assigned in order to accomplish the goals and mission of the organization.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail;
Ability to collect interpret and summarize information;
Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally;
Ability to follow detailed verbal and written instructions;
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and Word) and Adobe tools;
Must maintain client confidentiality and adhere to the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and ASBTDC Conflict of Interest standards;
Must adhere to all database subscription terms licensing agreements and usage guidelines to ensure compliance with institutional and vendor requirements.
Ability to work at the ASBTDC office on the UALR campus 45 days a week during business hours (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.).
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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
No Background Check RequiredThe University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions there may also be a financial (credit) background check a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
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 any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual orientation or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys 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.
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Sitting Talking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding
Occasional Physical Activity:
Lifting Pulling Pushing Reaching Standing Walking
Benefits Eligible:
NoEmployment Type
Part-Time
