Research Scientist 2 in Albuquerque, New Mexico at University of New Mexico

Requisition ID: req37918

Working Title:
Research Scientist 2

Position Grade:
12

Position Summary:
The Research Scientist 2 position involves conducting laboratory-based research using diverse fish tissue samples collected from vaccination and pathogen challenge trials. Responsibilities include processing and analyzing biological samples, performing RNA extraction and gene expression analysis using quantitative PCR (qPCR), and preparing tissue sections for histological evaluation. The role also involves conducting immunohistochemistry to identify and localize specific cellular or molecular markers, followed by microscopy and image analysis to evaluate tissue responses.
The scientist will contribute to experimental design, data collection and interpretation, maintenance of accurate laboratory records, and communication of research findings through reports, presentations, and collaboration with multidisciplinary research teams.

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.

Campus:
Main - 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:
AS Biology General Administrative (048F)

Employment Type:
Staff

Staff Type:
Term - Full-Time
Term End Date:
A year from start date

Status:
Exempt

Pay:
Monthly: $3882.67 - $4667.87

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:
9/18/2026

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.
Submit a resume and references with UNMJobs application.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: - Previous experience in cell and molecular biology techniques such as RNA extraction, RNA quality ad quantity measurement, qPCR
- Previous histology and microscopy experience
- Excellent lab organization skills to work in a team with 7 other scientists.