Associate Project Manager (ACWIH)

Closing Date:

06/21/2026Professional Staff - Project/Program AdministrationRegularNoUniversity 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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COM OB & GYN ACWIH

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Join the Arkansas Center for Womens and Infants Health at UAMS as an Associate Project Manager to support the High Risk Pregnancy Program (HRPP) in delivering impactful statewide initiatives.

In this role you will:
- Provide operational leadership by coordinating procurement travel project workflows and internal systems to meet grant and program deliverables.
- Act as the operational backbone of HRPP ensuring staff are equipped with the tools contracts materials and workflows needed to execute education outreach clinical readiness and quality improvement activities.
- Collaborate with program leadership finance compliance evaluation teams and external partners to ensure projects are delivered on time within budget and aligned with sponsor requirements.
- Utilize strong analytical writing skills to synthesize complex clinical and evaluation data into clear fundable narratives.

This position is ideal for someone with strategic thinking skills grant development expertise and the ability to manage diverse operational tasks while supporting meaningful public health efforts.

If youre ready to make a difference in womens and infants health apply today to join our team and drive impactful programs!

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in public health health administration business administration or related field plus two (2) years of project or program management experience.
• Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Greater Little Rock AR or the Greater Northwest AR regions as this position will be located at the UAMS Campus.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Experience managing procurement and travel processes within a complex organization.
• Strong organizational and systems-building skills.
• Experience working with federally funded programs preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office project management software and enterprise systems (e.g. Workday).

Additional Information:

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement & Contract Management

• Lead all procurement processes for HRPP initiatives including supplies simulation equipment educational materials printing and contracted services.
• Coordinate vendor selection quotes justifications and purchasing approvals in accordance with UAMS and sponsor policies.
• Monitor purchase timelines to prevent delays in program implementation.
• Track encumbrances and spending in collaboration with Finance/Compliance Administrator.
• Maintain procurement documentation for audit readiness and grant compliance.

Travel Coordination & Logistics

• Coordinate in-state and out-of-state travel for HRPP staff trainers and leadership.
• Manage travel authorizations registrations reimbursements and compliance documentation.
• Oversee logistics for statewide trainings simulation events and partner meetings.
• Develop standardized travel planning templates and checklists to improve efficiency.
• Ensure travel aligns with grant budget allocations and sponsor requirements.

Project Workflow & Implementation Management

• Develop and maintain project management timelines for all HRPP deliverables.
• Build and monitor implementation trackers to ensure milestones are met.
• Coordinate internal workflow across education outreach evaluation and finance teams.
• Facilitate routine operational check-ins to identify barriers and proactively problem-solve.
• Maintain centralized documentation systems (SharePoint/Teams/Workday systems).

Operational Infrastructure & Workplace Coordination

• Ensure HRPP team members have appropriate workspace equipment and technology.
• Coordinate onboarding logistics for new staff (office setup equipment requests access permissions).
• Maintain inventory tracking for equipment and materials.
• Develop standardized operating procedures (SOPs) to improve efficiency and reduce redundancy.

Compliance & Deliverable Monitoring

• Maintain a master deliverables calendar aligned with grant and contract requirements.
• Support preparation of documentation for progress reports and audits.
• Collaborate with evaluation staff to align operational tracking with reporting metrics.
• Identify risks to meeting deliverables and escalate to program leadership as needed.

Salary Information:

commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

ResumeCurriculum Vitae List of three Professional References (name email business title) Proof of Veteran Status

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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.

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.

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