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The UNM Department of Pediatrics is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and organized individual to join the Office of Research team as a Program Specialist. The selected individual will oversee various administrative and regulatory support activities related to pediatric research studies and quality improvement projects. They will primarily serve as a regulatory contact and liaison between internal and external constituencies, including the Department of Pediatrics' investigators, IRBs, and Sponsors. Duties include preparing, submitting, and maintaining local and single IRB study records, as well as provide and oversee specialist administrative and regulatory services in areas such as faculty professional development activities, local and federal regulatory compliance, and/or development and relations. Some clinical study coordinating duties are also required for this position if needed, including conducting assessments, ensuring protocol adherence for specified study, and maintaining accurate records.
- 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.
- If located at the UNM Children's Campus, successful candidate must pass a comprehensive post-offer, pre-employment criminal and New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) fingerprint background check, and a continued successful status will be verified by periodic future background checks.
High school diploma or GED; at least 6 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 Candidates should be proficient in
- Local and Smart/Central IRB submissions
- Regulatory and compliance management of research and quality improvement projects
- Coordination of clinical trials
- SmartSheet, RedCap and Excel
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A complete application will consist of current resume, cover letter and references. Please describe in your cover letter how you meet the preferred qualifications for the position. Include three references in your resume. The references must be former supervisors. Interviewees will be asked to provide a writing and/or technical sample. Finalists should be prepared to provide official educational transcripts if selected for hire.Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the for additional details.
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.
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 . Refer to for a definition of Regular Staff.