Research Coordinator - req# 27668 - University of New Mexico

• Plan, implement, and maintain informed consent, data collection, and documentation under the supervision of the PI and/or Co-Investigators.
• Administer structured interviews with English- and Spanish-speaking study participants.
• Establish and coordinate logistical arrangements for research subjects.
• Monitor the progress of research activities; develop and maintain records of research activities, and prepare periodic and ad hoc reports, as required by investigators.
• Coordinate the collection and management of research specimens, data entry and documentation in support of the research protocol.
• May abstract study specific information from patient's electronic medical records.
• Experience processing human biospecimens to collect, process, ship, bank and catalog biological specimens according to established protocol as appropriate to specific objectives of the research study.
• Monitors, stocks, and procures research equipment and supplies inventories, as appropriate
• Ensure the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of research and data collection activities, and resolve procedural and logistical problems as appropriate to the timely completion of research activities.
• Plan and organize day-to-day on-site laboratory and recruitment activities, and resolve procedural and logistical problems as appropriate to the timely completion of laboratory and research activities.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills required to communicate with clinical staff and research participants.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills required to work in a fast-paced research environment.
• Must possess a current valid Drivers License.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• 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.
• 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.
• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the US-UNM Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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:

• Prior experience working with diverse and vulnerable populations (including women, children, and participants with substance use and/or mental health disparities)
• Prior experience coordinating biospecimen collection and/or processing in clinical or research settings
• Fluency in Spanish
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary and deadline-oriented environment

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