Clinical Research Manager in Albuquerque, New Mexico at University of New Mexico

Clinical Research MgrRequisition ID req38327
Working Title Clinical Research Manager
Position Grade 13
Position Summary

The Division of Epidemiology, Biostatistics, andPreventive Medicine within the Department of Internal Medicine at theUniversity of New Mexico (UNM) is seeking a Clinical Research Manager tooversee the implementation and coordination of clinical research trialsconducted at UNM sites. These studies, primarily focused on people who usedrugs, are funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) ClinicalTrials Network, the State of New Mexico, and the pharmaceutical industry.

The Clinical Research Manager will beresponsible for coordinating day-to-day study operations, monitoring studycalendars and timelines to ensure milestones are met, supervising researchstaff, collaborating with medical providers, and maintaining relationships withcommunity stakeholders and partner organizations. Responsibilities will alsoinclude maintaining regulatory documentation and conducting researchactivities, including informed consent, participant recruitment and retention,and data collection.

Successful recruitment and retention areparticularly important in research involving people who use drugs and otherpopulations experiencing barriers to research participation. This positionrequires strong interpersonal and organizational skills, cultural humility, andthe ability to establish and sustain collaborative relationships with communityorganizations, clinical providers, government agencies, and other stakeholders.

The Clinical Research Manager will also serve asa primary liaison between UNM study teams and external research partners,including lead study teams, clinical coordinating centers, and datacoordinating centers. Responsibilities will include coordinating databaseupdates, supporting data quality assurance and control, collaborating withexternal study monitors, facilitating internal study meetings, and managingstudy team schedules and communications to ensure adherence to protocolrequirements and study timelines.

This position will be based at the SURGEbuilding on UNM's North Campus, with regular travel to UNM-affiliated andcommunity-based clinical sites as needed.

The Department of Internal Medicineis a large, progressive department with a diverse staff working in dedicatedteams to provide quality work in an organized, effective, and efficient mannerthrough innovation, training, and education. Through our collaborative workeffort, we support the faculty and enhance the missions of the department,school, Health Sciences Center, and University.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• NM Licensure as a Registered Nurse may be required, as appropriate to the individual position
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree; at least 3 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 Qualifications

• Experience developing, updating, and maintaining participant-facing educational materials, handouts, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Experience conducting clinical research activities, including informed consent, data collection, research instrument administration, participant recruitment, and retention.
• Current Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification.
• Experience with fiscal management, budget monitoring, and financial reporting for research grants.
• Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders and related behavioral health needs.
• Experience collaborating with community organizations, advocacy groups, and other stakeholders on research involving underserved or vulnerable populations.
• Experience conducting research involving adolescents and/or pregnant and postpartum individuals.
• Membership in the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT) preferred.

Additional Requirements
Campus: Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
Department IM Epi (852Q)
Employment Type Staff
Staff Type Term - Full-Time
Term End Date 02/28/2027
Status Exempt
Pay Monthly: $4,277.87 - $6,009.47
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 11/11/2026
Eligible for Hiring Incentive No
Eligible for Remote Work Yes
Eligible for Remote Work Statement A hybrid schedule will be considered after the successful completion of the probationary period.
Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

A complete application includes:
1) Cover Letter detailing your directly related experience
2) Resume
3) Contact information for 3 professional references, preferably from supervisors

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.