Job Description

Nurse/Clinical Research Coord

Requisition IDreq31101
Working TitleNurse/Clinical Research Coord
Position Grade15
Position Summary

The Division of Neonatology is recruiting for a part time (0.8) Nurse/Clinical Research Coordinator. This position involves completion of duties in the following general areas, as well as other duties as needed for successful research protocol completion:

Protocol Administration, including screening and recruitment of potential study candidates; overseeing and coordinating the research-related care and treatment of subjects; data collection, entry and editing in accordance with Neonatal Research Network and IdEA States Pediatric Trials protocols and requirements; coordinating services with other departments and agencies; and reporting of protocol deviations and adverse events.

Clinical Coordination activities, such as serving as the liaison between investigators, clinical personnel, ancillary departments, research subjects, sponsoring organizations, and/or regulating bodies; educating staff regarding protocols; ensuring compliance with established research standards, applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedural requirements.

Regulatory compliance requirements, such as preparing IRB approval documents; assessing operational, financial, and material requirements for studies; developing budgets and funding mechanisms as appropriate; assuring compliance with FDA and other study regulators’ requirements.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment
  • CPR Certified.
  • Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
  • May be required to submit immunization records for review for required vaccines and TB testing.
  • Must maintain certification and/or licensure status.
  • May be required to complete department-specific professional development activities.
  • 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

Associate's degree in Nursing; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Certification/Licensure: State of New Mexico Licensed Registered Nurse or licensure pending as documented by temporary licensure OR current RN licensure from a state participating in the multistate privilege to practice compact with New Mexico.

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
  • At least 3 years clinical experience in Neonatal or Pediatric ICU
  • Experience with quality improvement and research management preferred
  • Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Additional Requirements
CampusHealth Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
DepartmentPediatrics Neonatology Division (997O)
Employment TypeStaff
Staff TypeTerm - Part-Time
Term End Date03/31/2025
StatusNon-Exempt
PayHourly: $32.42 to $46.41
Benefits EligibleThis 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 StatementAs 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 RequiredYes
For Best Consideration Date10/7/2024
Eligible for Remote WorkNo
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
Application Instructions

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A complete application will consist of complete on-line application, include hours worked for each position, current resume, cover letter and references. Please describe in your cover letter how you meet the preferred qualifications for the position. Include three professional references, preferably supervisors. 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 Veteran Preference Program webpage 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 https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.

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