Talent & Workforce Partner

Arkansas Children's Hospital•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

Provides strategic and operational HR partnership focused on talent strategy, workforce planning, compliance, and employee experience specific to research environments. The Partner acts as a trusted advisor to research leadership, Principal Investigators (PIs), and research teams, while serving as a connector to HR Centers of Excellence to ensure tailored, compliant, and responsive solutions. Arkansas Children’s is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas. Arkansas Children’s is driven by four core values—safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence—which inform every action. Arkansas Children’s Hospital has received Magnet Status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology. For more than a century, Arkansas Children’s has met the unique needs of children. But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids—our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow. Arkansas Children’s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children’s Northwest provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state. “Arkansas Children’s is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children’s, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better.” Michael – Business Operations Manager “Arkansas Children’s Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children.” Linda – Information Systems Analyst “We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children.” Angela – Parking and Fleet Coordinator “Care, love, and hope for children!” Kathy – Administrative Assistant “When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!” Nick – Supply Assistant

Requirements

High school diploma or GED or equivalent
Related field - 4+ years of progressive HR experience

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in a related field of study.
experience in research, academic medicine, or grant-funded environments strongly preferred.
Professional in Human Resources (PHR) - HRCI, SHRM-CP - SHRM

Responsibilities

Serve as the dedicated HR Partner to ACRI leadership, PIs, and research teams, providing research-specific, consultative support.
Support hiring, onboarding, and workforce transitions for grant-funded, time-limited, and specialized research roles.
Advise on workforce planning tied to grant awards, renewals, closeouts, and funding changes.
Partner with research leaders to design roles, job structures, and career pathways that support sustainable growth.
Provide guidance on employee relations matters, performance management, and corrective action using a research-aware approach.
Partner with Research Administration, Compliance, Legal, and Immigration on grants, visas, effort reporting, and funding eligibility.
Interpret and apply HR policies through a research lens, recommending practical adaptations when needed.
Collaborate with HR COEs (Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Benefits, Employee Health, Learning) to tailor programs for ACRI.
Support change management, engagement, and culture initiatives that strengthen retention and performance in research.
Other duties as assigned.