HS Research SplstRequisition ID req38016
Working Title HS Research Splst
Position Grade 11
Position Summary The Center forInfectious Diseases and Immunity (CIDI) is seeking a full time, self-motivatedHS Research Splst. The laboratory uses animal models of human infections tostudy disease pathogenesis and to develop effective vaccines, therapeutics anddiagnostics. Candidates must be willing to work with bacterial and viral pathogensand small animal models in a BSL-3/ABSL-3 facility. Candidate must also be ableto perform animal injections, sample collections, dissection, and grossnecropsy. Experience with microbiology, tissue culture, and immunoassays suchas ELISAs, and/or flow cytometry strongly preferred. Candidates will be expectedto help with laboratory management and regulatory compliance, write protocols, compileand analyze data, and preparing scientific reports. Excellent organizationaland interpersonal skills are also required.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• For individual positions in which driving is a job requirement, a valid NM driver's license and valid UNM driver's permit will be required.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
• 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

High school diploma or GED; at least 7 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 handling small animals and performing injections, sample collection, dissection, and necropsy
• Experience working with bacteria and viruses
• Experience performing immunoassays, tissue culture, and flow cytometry
• Ability to use basic computer software (Excel, Word, Prism, etc.), and knowledge of scientific research software to analyze data

Additional Requirements - Must be able to successfully clear an FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Risk Assessment (SRA) and any other security clearances required to access select agents and toxins based on the restrictions identified in the USA PATRIOT Act for the position. Section III of the FD-961 Form lists the statutory prohibitors used by the CJIS for the SRA.- Must successfully clear the University of New Mexico background check process.- Must successfully clear the UNM Health Sciences Center pre-access suitability assessment.- Must meet all occupational health and safety requirements of the position, including medical clearances and required immunizations against pathogens used in the lab.
Campus: Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
Department CID Biodefenses (981C)
Employment Type Staff
Staff Type Term - Full-Time
Term End Date 06/30/2027
Status Exempt
Pay Monthly: $3,841.07 - $5,148.00
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 10/7/2026
Eligible for Hiring Incentive
Eligible for Remote Work No
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
Application Instructions

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To be considered a complete application, applicants must submit a cover letter addressing their qualifications for the position, a current resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references. Applications missing required materials may not be considered.

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.