Nurse/Clinical Research Coord

The University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 60,462 - 77,186; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

The University of New Mexico is seeking a Nurse/Clinical Research Coord to oversee oncology clinical trials within the Clinical Research Office at UNMCCC. This role collaborates with physicians to screen, consent, and manage patients, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Ideal candidates hold an associate degree in nursing and NM RN licensure with 3+ years related experience; oncology trial exposure is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Nursing required with at least 3 years directly related experience.
• State of New Mexico Licensed Registered Nurse or pending licensure as documented by temporary licensure, or current RN licensure from a state in the multi-state compact with NM.
• A degree above minimum education may substitute for experience year-for-year.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with physicians to run oncology clinical trials.
• Assist physicians with patient screening, consenting and management.
• Follow regulatory guidelines in trial conduct and data collection.

Skills

CPR Certified

Nursing licensure

Clinical trial coordination

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

RN licensure

Job description

Nurse/Clinical Research Coord

This position is for a Research Nurse Coordinator in our Clinical Research Office at that UNMCCC. This research nurse position will work directly with our physicians to run oncology clinical trials. This position plays a key role in assisting physicians with the screening, consenting and management of patients involved in clinical trials following regulatory guidelines.

The University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center is the Official Cancer Center of New Mexico and the only National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center in a 500-mile radius. Its 136 board-certified oncology specialty physicians include cancer surgeons in every specialty (abdominal, thoracic, bone and soft tissue, neurosurgery, genitourinary, gynecology, and head and neck cancers), adult and pediatric hematologists/medical oncologists, gynecologic oncologists, and radiation oncologists. They, along with more than 600 other cancer healthcare professionals (nurses, pharmacists, nutritionists, navigators, psychologists and social workers), provide treatment to 65% of New Mexico’s cancer patients from all across the state. And they partner with community health systems statewide to provide cancer care closer to home. In 2024 they treated more than 15,000 patients in almost 105,000 ambulatory clinic visits in addition to in-patient hospitalizations at UNM Hospital. A total of 2,075 patients participated in cancer clinical trials to study new cancer treatments that include tests of novel cancer prevention strategies and cancer genome sequencing. The more than 123 cancer research scientists affiliated with the UNM Cancer Center were awarded $38.3 million in federal and private grants and contracts for cancer research projects. Since 2015, the physicians, scientists and staff have provided education and training experiences to more than 750 high school, undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral fellowship students in cancer research and cancer health care delivery.

Website: unmhealth.org/cancer

Conditions of Employment

• CPR Certified.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
• May be required to submit immunization records for review for required vaccines and TB testing.
• Must maintain certification and/or licensure status.
• May be required to complete department-specific professional development activities.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree in Nursing; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Certification/Licensure: State of New Mexico Licensed Registered Nurse or licensure pending as documented by temporary licensure OR current RN licensure from a state participating in the multistate privilege to practice compact with New Mexico.

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

Previous clinical research and oncology experience.

Additional Requirements

Finalists should be prepared to provide official educational transcripts if selected for hire. Applicants must provide names of 3 professional references that the hiring official can contact.

Campus

Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Department

CRTC Clinic Rsrch Data Management (099L)

Employment Type

Staff

Staff Type

Regular - Full-Time

Status

Non-Exempt

Pay

$43.89 - $56.03

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 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

8/10/2026

Eligible for Remote Work

No

Positions Eligible for Veteran Preference Program

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Background Check Information

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.

Requisition ID

req37429

Working Title

Nurse/Clinical Research Coord

Position Grade

15