University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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Closing Date: 01/24/2026 Type of Position: Researchers Job Type: Regular Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) 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 orientation, 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. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu. Department: ACHI | Analytics Department's Website: https://achi.net Summary of Job Duties: The Intermediate Data Analyst for the Arkansas Center for Health Improvement (ACHI) will be part of a dynamic team contributing to, and with the ability to lead analytic research projects. In collaboration with the Director of Analytics, Assistant Director of Analytics, principal investigators, and other ACHI staff, the analyst will develop and implement advanced data and statistical analytics using private and public health care data to inform research and analytics on important health policy questions. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree plus three (3) years of experience in data analytics, health services research, mathematics, or related field OR Master’s Degree plus one (1) year experience in data analytics, health services research, mathematics, or related field Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills Manipulation of large datasets using statistical programming or advanced data management software, such as such as SAS and SQL. Use of Microsoft Office reporting products such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Self-motivated to learn and explore new and existing ideas. Think critically and strategically. Work well independently and in a team environment. Manage and prioritize multiple tasks/projects. Work efficiently and meet deadlines. Communicate well both verbally and in writing. Preferred Qualifications: Base or Advanced SAS certification. Experience manipulating and analyzing administrative claims. Demonstrable ability to write efficient code and think logically. Use of advanced SAS functions to manipulate dates to create time-dependent analytical variables. Knowledge and use of national data sources (e.g., ACS, HCUP, MEPS). Knowledge of ArcGIS or other geographical coding programs to assist in health geocoding/mapping. Knowledge of Medicaid eligibility, Medicaid/Medicare claims, health disparities, or chronic diseases. Knowledge of ICD-9/10 Diagnosis, ICD-9/10 Procedure, CPT, HCPCS, DRG/MS-DRG, NDC, Type of Service, Place of Service and other codes commonly utilized in health care data sets. Additional Information: RESPONSIBILITIES: Programming and Analyses Work with the Assistant Director of Analytics to develop complex and efficient data analytics to manipulate health care data to create research-ready datasets for empirical analyses. Import and integrate large, complex longitudinal datasets from a variety of sources to produce unified research-ready, analytic datasets. Import and integrate large, complex datasets using SAS, including administrative claims data and enrollment files from a variety of insurance payers. Collaboration with others Collaborate with research and analytic team as well as across teams on translating research and analytic questions into initial analytic plans based on research and analytic questions. Technical Writing Work with the Assistant Director of Analytics to create written data analytic plans with detailed data management procedures to transform health care data into research-ready analytic datasets. Draft methodological sections of technical reports following accepted protocols. Maintain detailed programming documentation for all projects, including annotated program code, dataset codebooks, and statistical output. Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status Special Instructions to Applicants: Professional references must be a previous manager/supervisor. Applicants selected for interview may be required to take a Basic Excel Assessment and SAS Skills Assessment 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: 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: Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking Frequent Physical Activity: N/A Occasional Physical Activity: N/A Benefits Eligible: Yes The University of Arkansas System is a comprehensive, publicly-supported higher education institution composed of 18 unique campuses, divisions and administrative units that share the singular goal of serving Arkansas residents and others by developing and sharing knowledge to impact an ever-changing world. The UA System provides access to academic and professional education, and develops intellectual growth and cultural awareness in its students, staff and faculty. The system further promotes an atmosphere of excellence that honors the heritage and diversity of our state and nation. It provides students, researchers and professionals with tools to promote responsible stewardship of human, natural and financial resources in Arkansas and around the globe, and with workforce-relevant knowledge to enhance economic development efforts that improve the overall quality of life and societal well-being. 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