Coord,Research

The University of New Mexico; Albuquerque, Northern (NM, KY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, NM seeks a 1.0 FTE Research Coordinator to support Obstetrics & Gynecology research projects. You will coordinate daily activities, recruit subjects, handle HRPO submissions, and liaise with HRPO staff while maintaining records and data for multiple grants.

The role requires strong interpersonal and organizational skills, the ability to multitask, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; at least 1 year of related duties.
• Completed degrees above minimum education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Spanish language ability preferred.
• CITI Training and knowledge of REDCap.
• Knowledge of UNM IRB and IRB submission procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication with patients, clinicians and community partners.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer daily research activities and ensure study protocols and regulatory requirements are compliant.
• Recruit and coordinate research subjects for multiple funded grants, lead coordination for Maternal Fetal Medicine projects.
• Manage HRPO submissions, modifications and act as liaison with HRPO staff.
• Maintain recordkeeping, patient schedules, and data collection/management.

Skills

Spanish Speaker

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Coord,Research

Position Summary

The Obstetrics & Gynecology Research Division is in needof a 1.0 FTE Research Coordinator position. The Research Coordinator positionwill exist in order to support funded research projects within the departmentof Ob/Gyn. This position will assist in the coordination and administration ofdaily research activities and ensure that study protocols and regulatoryrequirements are compliant. This position will be involved in the recruitmentand coordination of research subjects for multiple research grants, primarilyin Maternal Fetal Medicine and will serve as the lead coordinator for theseprojects. This person will assist in managing Human Research Protection Office(HRPO) study submissions and modifications and serve as a liaison with the HRPOstaff. The Research Coordinator will maintain recordkeeping systems, patientschedules and appointments and be involved in data collection and management.

This position requires strong interpersonal andcommunication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of organizationsin a diverse community. It will require,skills in organizing resources, multi-tasking and establishing priorities. It will require the ability to analyze,develop, establish and maintain efficient office work flow and administrativeprocesses.

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

• Spanish Speaker
• At least one-year direct experience
• CITI Training
• Knowledge and experience with REDCap
• Knowledge of UNM IRB, experience with IRB submission
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with patients, clinic faculty and community partners
• Ability to work proficiently in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and Outlook)

Campus

Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Department

OB GYN Womens Health Research (794H)

Employment Type

Staff

Staff Type

Term - Full-Time

Term End Date

06/30/2027

Status

Non-Exempt

Pay

Hourly: $19.76 - $26.85

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

8/28/2026

Eligible for Remote Work

Yes

Eligible for Remote Work Statement

After probational period has been completed, the option for remote work maybe available dependent on business and departmental needs.

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 decisionswithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or anyother 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.