Coord,Research

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 25,912 - 35,211; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Remission

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking institution as a full-time Research Coordinator, where you will be integral in advancing public health initiatives in New Mexico. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage NIH-funded projects, coordinate research activities, and engage with diverse communities. You will be responsible for data collection, project planning, and stakeholder engagement, all while contributing to meaningful health advancements. If you are passionate about research and community impact, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with at least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer funded research activities.
• Plan and maintain data collection and analysis systems.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Data Analysis

Project Management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Requisition ID
req32328


Working Title
Coord,Research


Position Grade
10


Position Summary

****The final salary for this position is dependent upon total Education and Experience****

The University of New Mexico is
seeking a full-time Research Coordinator who is diversity-minded,
detailed-oriented, and results-driven to join our team. The position will
support several NIH-funded projects that focus on advancing health in New
Mexico, including research education. The selected candidate will be at the
forefront of managing meaningful and engaging projects. The position is based
on main campus but supports research activities on both UNM Health Science
Center (HSC) and Main Campus. This is a great opportunity for those interested
in public-health related careers.

Position Summary:

The position involves coordinating and administering
funded research activities. The Research Coordinator will assist in project
planning, develop and maintain recordkeeping systems and procedures, and will
serve as the administrative liaison for the projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Coordinate research and educational activities
Plan, implement, and maintain data collection and analysis systems in support of research/project protocols, including coordinating the collection and analysis of training and research data.
Recruit, instruct, and coordinate partners, research participants, or trainees as appropriate to specific study objectives and work scope.
Create systems of recruiting, tracking, and overseeing mentoring training for diverse trainees
Serve as a point of contact and interact regularly with faculty, staff, and community members regarding the research projects and provide reporting as required.
Provide formal and informal writing and presentations and the overall day-to-day oversight of the projects including administrative support.
Recruit and engage diverse stakeholders and community partners
Provide logistical support for webinars, meetings, and training with minimal supervision.
May lead and guide student employees, interns and lower-graded staff.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to a post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check. Additional health screenings may be required, dependent on the nature of the research conducted, as determined by Employee Occupational Health Services.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the US-UNM Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities:

Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Ability to design and implement systems necessary to collect, maintain, and
analyze data.
Ability to format and generate summary, statistical, and presentation reports.
Ability to analyze, develop, establish, and maintain efficient office work flow and administrative processes.
Ability to multitask and effectively adapt to changing priorities for multiple research projects
Ability to work both independently and as part of a small team.
A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products

Additional Requirements



Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM


Department
Institute for Social Research (931C)


Employment Type
Staff


Staff Type
Term - Full-Time


Term End Date
6/30/2025 (renewal contingent on availability of funds. The Centers are funded through 2027)


Status
Non-Exempt


Pay
Hourly $18.81-$25.56 DOE


Benefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.


ERB Statement
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.


Background Check Required
Yes


For Best Consideration Date
2/18/2025


Eligible for Remote Work
Yes


Eligible for Remote Work Statement
After a period of time, the new employee may be eligible for a hybrid remote work(telecommuting) arrangement under the discretion of their supervisor, business needs, and successful completion of training.


Application Instructions

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the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job
advertisement on a 3rd party site, please
visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please attached an updated Cover Letter (explain reasons for your interest in this position) and Resume/UNMJobs application.
Also, please include at least three Professional References.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.