Graduate Assistant

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Closing Date

08/10/2026

Type of Position

Graduate Assistant

Job Type

Regular

Work Shift

Sponsorship Available

No

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 $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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 preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

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Department

CPH | EPI PHD

Department's Website

Summary of Job Duties

The Graduate Assistant provides research and administrative support to faculty, departments, and research teams across UAMS.

Qualifications

Must be currently enrolled as a graduate student in the UAMS Graduate School and have accepted an assistantship offer from one of the COPH graduate programs.

Responsibilities

• Assists faculty, department leadership, or designated supervisors with research activities and special projects.
• Collects, organizes, and prepares research data to support project proposals and ongoing studies.
• Assists with analyzing research data and documenting findings to support departmental objectives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Salary Information

$35,000

Required Documents to Apply

Curriculum Vitae, Resume

Optional Documents

Special Instructions to Applicants

Recruitment Contact Information

• Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
• All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://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

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity

N/A

Benefits Eligible

No