Coord,Research

Overview

Coord, Research

Requisition .

Working Title:

Coord, Research Position Grade 10.

Position Summary:

The Division of Nephrology, within the Department of Internal Medicine, is seeking a full-time candidate who is a detail-oriented, results-driven individual to join our team as a Clinical Research Coordinator.

The ideal candidate for the Nephrology Research Coordinator position will have experience coordinating clinical trials with all populations, including Hispanic and/or Native American communities. This includes completing IRB submissions (local and external), patient recruitment and retention, and data collection and maintenance. The candidate will have a firm understanding of good clinical practices in conducting research, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with a variety of university and community stakeholders.

Depending on the study, stakeholders might include health care providers, funding agencies, university researchers, and media representatives.

Specific duties will include:

• Recruitment, enrollment, and scheduling of research subjects; developing and maintaining record keeping systems and procedures
• Collecting and preparing comprehensive statistical and narrative program reports, such as enrollment tracking for all active studies
• Coordinate and facilitate development and submission of local IRB applications for the conduct of biomedical and/or other federally regulated life sciences research studies, in accordance with all relevant Federal and State regulations and guidelines
• Advise and assist research in the preparation and submission of protocols for compliance review
• Drawing and processing blood will be required for some studies

See the Position Description for additional information.

• 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.

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.

• Ability to effectively adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to effectively provide support for a variety of research project types
• Ability to effectively multitask
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish both orally and in writing

Campus Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Department: IM Clinical Trials Unit CTU (852X)

Employment Type:

Staff | Staff Type:
Regular - Full-Time | Term End Date:
Status Non-Exempt

Pay:
Hourly: $19.56 - $26.58

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: 10/20/2025

Eligible for Remote Work:
No

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