Contingent Worker – Administrative Support

About the role

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Contingent Worker to provide administrative support to ACH faculty within the Surgery General Pediatrics department. This contract position assists faculty with day‑to‑day office functions, ensuring smooth operations in a fast‑paced academic medical environment.

Key responsibilities

• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements for faculty members.
• Prepare, edit, and distribute correspondence, reports, and presentations.
• Maintain accurate filing systems, both electronic and paper, and handle confidential information responsibly.
• Assist with data entry, record keeping, and basic document management tasks.
• Support event planning and logistics for departmental meetings, seminars, and workshops.

Required profile

• Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
• Full COVID‑19 vaccination or an approved medical or religious exemption on file with Student & Employee Health Services.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a leading academic health center.
• Exposure to a collaborative, diverse, and research‑focused environment.
• Compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations.