Senior Technical Project Manager

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Closing Date:

04/15/2026

Type of Position:

Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration

Job Type:

RegularNo

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 $50000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:

OPS Project Management Office

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Summary of Job Duties:

The Project Management Senior (PMS) supports portfolios & project initiatives related to the entire UAMS enterprise. He or she is expected to be capable of working with minimal to no supervision & must appropriate judgment and operational considerations.

-Takes projects from original concept through final implementation.
-Defines project scope and objectives.
-Develops detailed project plans schedules estimates resource plans test plans and status reports.
-Conducts project meeting and is responsible for project tracking and analysis.
-Ensures adherence to quality standard and reviews project deliverables.
-Manages the integration of project tasks and tracks deliverables.
-Provides technical and analytical guidance to project team.
-Recommends and takes action to direct the analysis and solutions of problems.
-Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications:

• Masters Degree plus 3 yrs. Project Management experience or IT experience in a healthcare setting or any combination of the two -OR- Bachelors Degree plus 5 yrs. Project Management experience or IT experience in a healthcare setting or any combination of the two-OR- Associates Degree plus 7 yrs. Project Management experience or IT experience in a healthcare setting or any combination of the two -OR- High School Diploma or GED plus 9 yrs. Project Management experience or IT experience in a healthcare setting or any combination of the two. All also require at least five years of total combined experience in leading teams/projects. Able to work in MS Windows and client server environment; knowledge of information system software development standards and associated hardware resources.

• Either current with (or finished w/in 1st year of employment): PMIs PMP

• Must be skilled at personal communication (both in writing & orally). Must be competent at collaborating with others facilitating meetings and written communication. Must be thorough detailed and have excellent follow-through. Being highly organized is a must!

Preferred qualifications:

• Baccalaureate Degree.

• IT related degree or Healthcare Administration related degree.

• Six years experience required in one or more of the following areas: project management healthcare academics systems analysis or system support and must have at least five years of total combined experience in leading teams/projects.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

ResumeProof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact for any recruiting relatedquestions.

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:

Annual TB Screening 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:

Feeling Hearing Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding

Frequent Physical Activity:

Sitting Standing Talking Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Crawling Crouching Kneeling Reaching Stooping

Benefits Eligible:

Yes