Research Aide

The University of New Mexico; Los Lunas (NM); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of New Mexico Valencia Campus is seeking a Student Research Aide to support field observations and data entry. The role requires professional communication and accurate note-taking to help build an inclusive classroom environment.

This student employment position offers hourly pay and requires sophomore standing; applicant will maintain confidential records and conduct field observations, with a preferred CITI Basic Research Certificate.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain and organize confidential records.
• Ability to conduct and record field observations.
• Sophomore standing required.

Responsibilities

• Take field notes and enter data.
• File and organize data records.
• Provide unbiased observations and constructive feedback to support classroom culture.

Skills

Communication (oral & written)

Record keeping (confidential)

Field observations

Education

Sophomore standing

Job description

Student Intermediate Level

Working Title: Research Aide

Pay: $18.00 Hourly

Campus: Valencia

Department: Valencia Branch

Employment Type: Student Employment

Status: Non-Exempt

For Best Consideration Date: 9/15/2026

POSITION SUMMARY:

Field observation that requires taking field notes, enteringand filing the data. Professionalism in effectively communicating unbiasedobservations and providing constructive feedback to effectuate an inclusiveclassroom culture.

Minimum Qualifications: Equivalencies not found for this position

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and inwriting
• Ability to maintain and organize confidential records
• Ability to conduct and record field observations
• Must hold sophomore standing

Preferred Qualifications:

The Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) Basic Research Certificate – must provide the CITI Basic Research Certificate for verification.

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 anyother protected class.