QNM-I Program Specialist - req# 30948 - University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 87131
About the Job
Program Specialist
Requisition ID | req30948 |
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Working Title | QNM-I Program Specialist |
Position Grade | 12 |
Position Summary | The Quantum New Mexico Institute (QNM-I) is seeking a highly motivated, dynamic, detail-oriented, and organized individual to join QNM-I as a Program Specialist. QNM-I is a Category-III, university-wide, research center whose mission is to advance interdisciplinary research and education in the field of "quantum information science and engineering" (QISE). The QNM-I builds state-wide partnerships with national laboratories and industry to grow New Mexicos activities as a national hub for QISE. QNM-I fellows include UNM faculty across colleges and departments as well as staff scientists at Sandia National Laboratories. The QNM-I includes the Center for Quantum Information and Control (CQuIC), home of the National Science Foundations "Focused Research Hub in Theoretical Physics" (FRHTP) with the goal of advancing cutting edge QISE research, enhancing the development of early-career scientists, and serving as a "theory hub" for the QISE community. Hub activities include a postdoctoral fellowship program, hosting of seminars, visitors, and conferences. The QNM-I is also an active participant in the multi-institutional centers, launched under the National Quantum Initiative Act. Through these center-wide grants and other investigator grants, QNM-I faculty supervise student research at all levels. The selected candidate will coordinate, oversee, and/or perform a wide variety of administrative and program support activities. Additionally, they will work with the Program Manager to plan and coordinate the day-to-day administrative and operational activities of QNM-I projects and initiatives. This is a term, full-time, benefits eligible position with current funding available through 6/30/2026. Continuance beyond that date is subject to the availability of additional funding. QNM-I has a 15-year history of successful funding, and is strategically planning on the submission of grants to continue funding through 2031, if successful. This position may require limited travel within New Mexico. Duties and Responsibilities:
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Minimum Qualifications | High school diploma or GED; at least 6 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. |
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Campus | Main - Albuquerque, NM |
Department | QNM-I (487A) |
Employment Type | Staff |
Staff Type | Term - Full-Time |
Term End Date | 06/30/2026 |
Status | Exempt |
Pay | Monthly $3,697.20 - $5,191.33 |
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 | 10/8/2024 |
Eligible for Remote Work | No |
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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 the following materials:1. Cover Letter 2. Resume 3. Three Professional References. Incomplete applications will 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. | |