Senior Program Manager, McMillon Innovation Studio

Job Title

McMillon Innovation Studio Senior Program Manager
Closing Date

07/08/2026
Type of Position

Academic Program Management
Workstudy Position

No
Job Type

Regular
Work Shift

N/A
Sponsorship Available

No
Institution Name

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Department

McMillon Innovation Support
Summary of Job Duties

The McMillon Innovation Studio Senior Program Manager will be responsible for teaching, leading training, and development opportunities for students within McMillon Innovation Studio programs, which include but are not limited, to the following innovation tracks: Commercial Innovation, Social Impact, and Entrepreneurial Impact. Additional responsibilities will include support of Product Teams, Product Interns, and social impact showcases / competitions. 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.
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution of higher education*
Progressive experience working in a nonprofit and/or healthcare related organization
Demonstrated experience working with cross-functional teams.
Proficiency with innovation methodologies such as Human-Centered Design Thinking, Lean, Canvas and/or Agile
Experience creating and delivering content for organizations
Demonstrated project management skills working specifically with multifaceted projects and diverse constituents
Supervisory experience
*Equivalencies in education and experience will be considered
Preferred Qualifications

Master of Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field
Experience as a graphic facilitator and/or graphic recording artist
Experience working in a variety of nonprofit and/or healthcare fields and programs
Demonstrated skillset for relationship-building across diverse sectors and communities
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong analytical skills
Salary Information

$67,908 - $76,397
Required Documents

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

Proof of Veteran Status
Recruitment Contact Information

Chris Tisdel
Director, McMillon Innovation Studio
Office of Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Sam M. Walton College of Business
CTisdel@walton.uark.edu
Application Submission Instructions

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, Sex Offender Registry. The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background checks are required; additional checks may be required depending on the position.
Equal Opportunity Statement

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.
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.
Physical Activities

Constant Physical Activity: Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Talking.
Frequent Physical Activity: N/A.
Occasional Physical Activity: N/A.
Benefits Eligible

Yes

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