Research Administration Systems and Process Manager

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08/19/2026Professional Staff - Project/Program AdministrationNoRegularNoDivision of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus with faculty based on University campuses at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES) and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

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Admin Assist Director 02The Research Administration Systems and Process Manager is responsible for the implementation administration integration support and continuous improvement of research administration systems workflows and processes across the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture (UADA). Through the application of workflow design automation system integration and process improvement the position develops and maintains solutions that enhance efficiency reduce administrative burden improve the researcher experience and support institutional research objectives.
The position bridges research administration research compliance technology and other research-related administrative units to deliver practical scalable solutions. While primarily focused on research administration systems and processes supporting the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AAES) and Cooperative Extension Service (CES) the position may also leverage its expertise to support research-related strategic administrative initiatives across UADA that advance productivity innovation and organizational effectiveness.
This position reports directly to the AAES Associate Director of Research Development and Compliance. This is not an information technology position; rather it is a research administration position with systems expertise that requires close collaboration with UADA Information Technology and other institutional stakeholders.
This is an on-site position based in Fayetteville Arkansas and is not eligible for remote work. Occasional in-state travel including travel to Little Rock and other Division locations is required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degreein a related field
• Three years of experience in research administration or research compliance
• One year of experience in a supervisory or managerial role
• Experience administering implementing supporting or optimizing enterprise systems or workflow platforms
• Experience analyzing and developing process improvements workflow solutions or system enhancements
• Experience developing and delivering training guidance materials or user support services
• Must be able to work on-site in Fayetteville Arkansas; remote work is not available.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience administering research administration platforms (e.g. Streamlyne InfoReady)
• Experience developing workflow automation or low-code/no-code solutions using platforms such as Microsoft Power Platform and Sharepoint
• Experience using Workday or other enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
• Experience supporting research administration and research compliance activities
• Experience supporting complex or multi-unit organizations
• Experience working directly with faculty researchers and administrative personnel
• Experience coordinating with software vendors and technology partners during system implementations upgrades or enhancements

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of research administration sponsored programs and research compliance requirements and processes
• Strong written verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Strong analytical project-management and problem-solving skills
• Ability to translate policy and requirements into technology-enabled solutions

Additional Information:

commensurate with education and experienceCover Letter/Letter of Application List of three Professional References (name email business title) ResumeDr. Cynthia Sides AAES Associate Director of Research Development and Compliance

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

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