Clinical Research Supervisor at University of New Mexico – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Requisition ID: req35571

Working Title:
Clinical Research Supervisor

Position Grade:
11

Position Summary:
The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center Pediatrics Department encompasses a statewide network of hospitals, clinics, and community-based services dedicated to advancing pediatric health through clinical excellence, education, and research. Within this system, the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology division provides the only comprehensive pediatric cancer and blood disorders program in New Mexico, offering a unique opportunity to support clinical, academic, research, and community-facing work.

The Clinical Research Supervisor coordinates, oversees, and quality-controls the execution of federally regulated clinical research studies, including multi-site pediatric oncology, hematology, hemophilia, and translational research trials. This position ensures full compliance with IRB/Human Research Review Committee (HRRC) requirements, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), federal/state regulations, institutional policies, and grant/contract parameters.

The supervisor provides day-to-day technical leadership, administrative oversight, and direct supervision of one staff member-a Research Technician 2-who supports data collection, biospecimen handling, and study coordination tasks. The role is responsible for operational strategy, workflow development, regulatory oversight, and ensuring accurate, reliable, and timely research data and biospecimen management.

The Clinical Research Supervisor collaborates closely with clinical investigators, IRB staff, national research organizations, study sponsors, and internal partners to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of all research, regulatory, and data collection activities. Duties include reviewing case report forms and source documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance; initiating corrective actions; ensuring timely submission of research data; monitoring patient response to treatment as defined by protocol; and coordinating transmission of clinical data to national research organizations. This position is integral to sustaining high-quality research operations and advancing the mission of pediatric cancer and hematology research at UNM.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment:

• May be required to submit to annual TB and rubella screening.
• UNM will provide Hepatitis vaccination, candidate may decline vaccination through declination form or may provide record of vaccination from previous employer.
• Specialty licensure/certification may be required, as specified by the department.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
• Must maintain certification status.

Campus:
Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Benefits Eligble:
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 a more information.

Department:
Pediatrics Hematology Oncology (997M)

Employment Type:
Staff

Staff Type:
Term - Full-Time
Term End Date:
12/31/2026

Status:
Exempt

Pay:
Monthly: $3,802.93 - $5,097.73

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 a 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:
1/23/2026

Application Instructions:
Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.
A complete application will consist of current resume, cover letter and reference. 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 professional references, preferably supervisors. Finalists should be prepared to provide official educational transcripts if selected for hire.Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED; at least 7 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.Certification/LicensureCurrent ACRP Certification as Clinical Research Coordinator or eligible for certification.

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:

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a clinical research coordinator in oncology, hematology, or a related specialty.
• Recent experience with chart abstraction and IRB submissions.
• Experience with biospecimen processing and shipment.
• Experience designing and implementing research documentation systems and workflows.
• Provides technical and administrative supervision to research staff and oversees daily research operations.
• Ensures compliance with IRB/HRRC, GCP, FDA (as applicable), and institutional regulatory requirements.
• Oversees execution of complex clinical research protocols, including consent, enrollment, and data integrity.
• Manages IRB submissions and maintains audit-ready regulatory documentation.
• Ensures accuracy and quality of clinical research data and biospecimen handling.
• Supports budgeting, billing compliance, audits, and sponsor monitoring activities.