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Award Liaison (Two Open Positions)

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Closing Date:

10/23/2026

Type of Position:

Workstudy Position:

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Summary of Job Duties:

The Award Liaison will work in the Campus Research Services unit of the Office of Research Administration in the Division of Research and Innovation (DRI) and reports to the Lead Liaison. Award Liaisons provide comprehensive financial management and oversight for faculty research portfolios within assigned academic unit(s). This role partners closely with faculty researchers to support effective stewardship of research funds through budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and strategic planning and acts as a liaison between faculty and various central University administrative offices.

The Award Liaison is responsible for working with faculty and the staff that support them to develop, maintain, and execute detailed financial projections for a diverse portfolio of research accounts funded by federal, non federal, and internal sources. Core duties include preparing accurate and timely financial reports; conducting complex short and long term financial modeling; and managing budgets across both primary and secondary portfolios.

The incumbent is expected to proactively monitor expenditures, identify variances and potential risks, and advises faculty on appropriate resource allocation strategies to support programmatic goals while ensuring compliance with sponsor and institutional requirements.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education
Applicable equivalencies may be considered on the above qualifications.
At least three years of experience in research administration
At least three years of progressively responsible experience within the field of research in a university, non-profit, research institution, or similar, culminating in proposal development, project management, and budget management
Experience in strategic planning, process improvement, and project management, including leading adoption of best practices and continuous improvement initiatives

Preferred Qualifications:

Master s degree from an accredited institution of higher education
At least five years of experience in research administration
At least five years of progressively responsible experience within the field of research in a university, non-profit, research institution
Experience with sponsors such as DoE, DoD (AFSoR, Army, DTRA, DARPA), NIH, NSF, USDA, USGS, as well non-federal organizations
Experience working in departmental and/or College level units that provide support in the following areas: sponsored awards management, including fund accounting, research administration, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and analysis across federal, non federal, and internal funding sources
Experience with enterprise accounting and internal grant management systems, such as Workday and Streamlyne, or comparable platforms

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Advanced knowledge of financial and award management, including complex budget management, variance analysis, risk identification, and long and short-term financial planning
Knowledge of federal, state, and institutional research compliance requirements, with experience using Research.gov, Grants.gov, and similar sponsor systems
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize competing demands, manage multiple projects, and meet established deadlines with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent oral, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and build productive working relationships with faculty, staff, administrators, and external stakeholders
Advanced skill in Microsoft and related software applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams, Adobe Acrobat, financial management systems, and similar tools
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, demonstrating initiative, flexibility, sound judgment, and the ability to operate autonomously with minimal supervision
Ability to mentor, coach, and advise faculty and staff on financial management, grantsmanship, and research administration practices

Additional Information:

Salary Information: $70,000 - $80,000

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application
List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Crystal Ellis, Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist, ce031@uark.edu

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Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check
Financial Credit Check
Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas 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 seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

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.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Constant Physical Activity:

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes