I3R Non Tenure/Non Tenure Track Open Rank Faculty (Current and Anticipated Future Openings) University of Arkansas, United States

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Type of Position:

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:
Fixed Duration of Project/Grant (Fixed Term)


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 Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and 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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Department:
Executive Director I3R

Department’s Website:

https://i3r.uark.edu/

Summary of Job Duties:
The ideal candidate for this open-rank position has demonstrated productivity in entrepreneurship or in the industrial, government, non-profit, or academic sectors. They have had a lead role in one or more projects in the areas of food, health, augmented reality, or cybersecurity that utilize relevant subject matter expertise in topics such as cellular agriculture, genomics, nutrition, artificial Intelligence, internet of medical things, medical imaging, bioelectronics, wearable devices, neuroscience, regulatory science, public health, law or policy, in which they have worked in teams and delivered measurable outcomes. They have also demonstrated capabilities in establishing policies and processes that support growth in these areas and have experience in developing or implementing STEM education or workforce training programs. In addition, they will have publications in peer reviewed journals and have been invited to present at key conferences and seminars at regional and national, or international levels, commensurate with rank.
The candidate is expected to establish teams to define and meet research and entrepreneurial objectives, to secure funding through grants and contracts, to establish policies and procedures to support the R&D agenda, to disseminate knowledge and to participate in program related national and international events. The candidate is also expected to develop and lead a regional-to-global outreach and engagement effort. The candidate must have a strong commitment to working in an inclusive, team-based, mission-driven, agile and flexible environment.
Rank commensurate with experience. Other duties as assigned.
About The Institute for Integrative & Innovative Research (I3R):
Established through a transformative gift from the Walton Family Charitable Support Foundation, the University of Arkansas Institute for Integrative and Innovative Research (I3R) pioneers solutions to wicked problems through convergence research across academic, industry, government, and non-profit sectors to make a positive societal impact by creating and deploying innovations at scale.
Our vision is for I3R to be the recognized leader in convergence research for societal impact and the preeminent partner in creating and deploying comprehensive, transformative and scalable innovations that stimulate economic growth and improve health and well-being in Arkansas and beyond.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. or terminal degree in a field related to the Institute’s mission conferred by the start of employment
• Experience supervising technical staff or mentoring graduate students
• Evidence of productivity and an active research or entrepreneurship agenda commensurate with rank

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with engagement with Industry, not-for-profit, governmental organizations nationally and internationally
• Experience leading project teams
• Knowledge of translational pathways to move food, medical technology, data science, or cybersecurity solutions to commercialization
• Demonstrable subject matter expertise
• Understanding of regulatory considerations for commercialization of food or medical technologies
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge dissemination through formal or informal avenues
• Record of securing successful contract, grant, foundation, or other external funding

Additional Information:

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

Recruitment Contact Information:

Julia Menke, Sr. HR Partner, jmenke@uark.edu

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.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

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 inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. 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.