Assoc University Counsel in Albuquerque, New Mexico at University of New Mexico

Requisition ID: req36956

Working Title:
Assoc University Counsel

Position Grade:
17

Position Summary:
The Associate University Counsel provides comprehensivelegal counsel, strategic risk management, and operational support across theUNM Health Sciences Center (UNMHSC). This position will serve as the transactional counsel, involving drafting, reviewing, and negotiating UNM contracts andinterpreting UNM Policy, FERPA, EMTALA, and anti-kickback requirements. This rolespans healthcare law, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, commercialcontracts, and research integrity. Additionally, this role also includes various othertasks, including UNM Leadership and Governance support, support of the clinical delivery system, UNM clinical on-callsupport, Patient Financial Services support, and occasional Main Campussupport.

Applicants must be and remain licensed as an attorney, ingood standing, by the Supreme Court of New Mexico, or licensed as an attorneyby and in good standing with the highest court of another state and eligible topractice law pursuant to the limited license provisions set forth in Section15-301.1 NMRA.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment:

• Employees in this job title are subject to the terms and conditions of an employment contract. Employment contracts are typically subject to review and renewal on an annual basis.
• Successful candidate who is not a member of the NM State Bar is required to obtain a temporary Public Employee Limited License issued by the NM Supreme Court.
• Must become a member of the NM State Bar no later than one (1) year after date of hire.
• 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.

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:
HSC Legal Counsel Office (921A)

Employment Type:
Staff

Staff Type:
Contract
Status:
Exempt

Pay:
Monthly: $8,502.00-$12,168.00

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:
7/6/2026

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.
Please include1) Resume2) Cover LetterMinimum Qualifications: J.D. or L.L.B; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Certifications/License: Member of NM State Bar, or member in good standing of the State Bar of another state or district of Columbia.

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:

• JD from an accredited law school and licensed in good standing in New Mexico
• 5+ years of experience in healthcare law (or corporate law), either in-house or at a law firm.
• Strong knowledge of federal health regulations, including HIPPA, Anti-Kickback, FERPA, and EMTALA as well as higher education laws
• Experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts relating to federal health regulations (HIPAA, Anti-Kickback, FERPA, EMTALA).