Research Scientist 2

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 42,904 - 60,256; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Educational benefits through tuition remission

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The University of New Mexico is seeking a Research Scientist 2 for the Comprehensive Cancer Center. This position involves coordinating patient participation in oncology clinical trials, ensuring compliance, and handling informed consent. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree and at least one year of relevant experience. The role offers competitive pay between $3,844.53 and $5,399.33, as well as comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and educational benefits. Remote work eligible for up to one day a week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Completed degree(s) above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Responsibilities

• Coordination of patient participation in oncology clinical trials.
• Handles informed consent and scheduling protocol-required appointments.
• Generates data and oversees data collection to ensure data integrity.

Skills

Clinical research experience

Ability to gather data

Ability to prepare reports

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Summary

This position is for a Research Scientist 2 with the UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center Clinical Research Office. It is responsible for working with providers in the coordination of patient participation in oncology clinical trials and plays a key role in patient safety and monitoring of protocol compliance. The Research Scientist 2 handles informed consent, scheduling protocol‑required appointments, documentation of side effects and medications, and works directly with the study team and PI to ensure trial activity is in line with protocol expectations and regulations.

1. Demonstrates and applies a thorough understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), research protocols, and assessment instruments.
2. Responsible for the daily conduct of assigned clinical trials by adhering to research protocols, planning, scheduling, and coordinating logistical arrangements for research subject participation, and monitoring subject adherence to the protocol calendar of events and regulatory requirements.
3. Independently screens, recruits, and enrolls cancer patients to non‑therapeutic oncology clinical trials (non‑therapeutic interventional, behavioral, bio‑repository, and quality‑of‑life).
4. Provides informed consent and interacts with patients and/or caregivers to clearly explain protocol expectations, providing clear instruction to participants and/or caregivers.
5. Independently gathers all supporting documentation to assess subject eligibility with the Principal Investigator.
6. Generates data and performs and/or oversees data collection to ensure data integrity, quality control, and protocol compliance. Prepares narrative or graphical reports as appropriate. Completes patient contact documentation at each visit/contact to ensure all required data points are captured.
7. Performs vital sign monitoring, electrocardiograms (EKG), and other study‑specific procedures, including point‑of‑care testing.
8. Grades adverse events and toxicities per standardized criteria and communicates clearly with the trial Research Nurse or Principal Investigator regarding dose modifications or medication holds.
9. Follows billing guidelines and completes orders for each patient in accordance with the study budget.
10. Performs miscellaneous job‑related duties as assigned.

Website: unmhealth.org/cancer

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.

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

• Clinical research experience, oncology preferred.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Ability to prepare and process laboratory samples using established protocols.

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

Exempt

Pay

$3,844.53 – $5,399.33

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.

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.

Background Check Required

Yes

Eligible for Remote Work

Yes

Remote Work Details

Up to 1 day a week after probationary period ends.

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 decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Background Check Requirements

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions to 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.