Research Administration Manager

The University of New Mexico; Albuquerque, Northern (NM, KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Tuition remission

Dependent education programs

Job summary

The University of New Mexico is seeking a Research Administration Manager to lead research administration for multiple clinical trials at the CTN node. The role supports faculty in developing competitive proposals and pre-award activities, while overseeing funding policies and related regulations.

Located in Albuquerque, NM, the position requires collaboration with internal departments and external funding agencies, with travel as needed and potential for hybrid remote work after probation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with at least 5 years related experience.
• Degree(s) above minimum education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Experience with sponsored research administration functions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate research administration for multiple clinical trials at UNM's CTN node.
• Assist faculty and staff in developing competitive proposals and pre-award administration.
• Oversee funding policies, rules, and regulations.
• Coordinate and produce special reports and proposals for university and funding agencies.

Skills

Sponsored research administration

Liaising with external funding bodies

Policy development and planning

Proposal development

Monitoring regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Chrome River

Click

IRB

Job description

Mgr,Research Admin

Requisition ID req37629

Working Title Research Administration Manager

Position Grade 14

Position Summary

TheDivision of Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Preventive Medicine, within theDepartment of Internal Medicine, is seeking a Research Administration Managerwho manages and coordinates research administration efforts of multipleclinical trials underway at the University of New Mexico (UNM) SouthwestClinical Trials Network node. UNM is proud to serve as a node of the NationalInstitute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) Clinical Trials Network (CTN). The CTN providesan enterprise in which NIDA, treatment researchers, and community-based serviceproviders work toward new treatment options in community-level clinicalpractice. The ResearchAdministration Manager will assist faculty and research staff in thedevelopment of competitive proposals and pre-award administration of projectsand protocols, provide oversite of funding policies, rules, and regulation, andcoordinates and produces special reports, proposals for the university andfunding agency. The manager will also perform miscellaneous job-related dutiesas assigned.

TheDepartment of Internal Medicine is a large, progressive department with adiverse staff working in dedicated teams to provide quality work in anorganized, effective, and efficient manner through innovation, training, andeducation. Through our collaborative work effort, we support the faculty andenhance the missions of the department, school, Health Sciences Center, andUniversity.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• 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

Bachelor's degree; at least 5 years 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

• Experience with managing sponsored research administration functions
• Experience with liaising between external funding agencies and university contacts
• Experience with development, implementation and maintenance of policies, objective, and short- and long-range planning
• Experience in assisting faculty and staff in development of competitive research proposals
• Training and experience in developing and implementing contracts and MOUs
• Experience with UNM systems such as Chrome River, Click, and IRB
• Experience in the development of annual operating budgets and providing fiscal direction to a group
• Proficient in Motivational Interviewing
• Experience in medical education and training

Additional Requirements

Some travel may be required.

Campus

Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Department

IM Epi (852Q)

Employment Type

Staff

Staff Type

Term - Full-Time

Term End Date

02/28/2027

Status

Exempt

Pay

Monthly: $4,924.40 - $7,046.00

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 Hiring Incentive

No

Eligible for Remote Work

Yes

Eligible for Remote Work Statement

A hybrid schedule may be considered after the successful completion of the probationary period.

Position Instructions

Application Instructions: This posting has been reformatted for readability. A complete application includes: Cover Letter detailing your directly related experience, Resume, and Contact information for 3 professional references, preferably from supervisors. Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. 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.