Research Scientist Job Albuquerque area,New Mexico USA,Research/Development

Position: Research Scientist 2

Position Summary

This position is for a Research Scientist 2 with the UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center Clinical Research Office. It is responsible for working with providers in the coordination of patient participation in oncology clinical trials and plays a key role in patient safety and monitoring of protocol compliance. The Research Scientist 2 handles informed consent, scheduling protocol‑required appointments, documentation of side effects and medications, and works directly with the study team and PI to ensure trial activity is in line with protocol expectations and regulations.

Demonstrates and applies a thorough understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), research protocols, and assessment instruments.

Responsible for the daily conduct of assigned clinical trials by adhering to research protocols, planning, scheduling, and coordinating logistical arrangements for research subject participation, and monitoring subject adherence to the protocol calendar of events and regulatory requirements.

Independently screens, recruits, and enrolls cancer patients to non‑therapeutic oncology clinical trials (non‑therapeutic interventional, behavioral, bio‑repository, and quality‑of‑life).

Provides informed consent and interacts with patients and/or caregivers to clearly explain protocol expectations, providing clear instruction to participants and/or caregivers.

Independently gathers all supporting documentation to assess subject eligibility with the Principal Investigator.

Generates data and performs and/or oversees data collection to ensure data integrity, quality control, and protocol compliance. Prepares narrative or graphical reports as appropriate. Completes patient contact documentation at each visit/contact to ensure all required data points are captured.

Performs vital sign monitoring, electrocardiograms (EKG), and other study‑specific procedures, including point‑of‑care testing.

Grades adverse events and toxicities per standardized criteria and communicates clearly with the trial Research Nurse or Principal Investigator regarding dose modifications or medication holds.

Follows billing guidelines and completes orders for each patient in accordance with the study budget.

Performs miscellaneous job‑related duties as assigned.

Website: unmhealth.org/cancer

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Conditions of Employment

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.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Clinical research experience, oncology preferred.
Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
Ability to prepare and process laboratory samples using established protocols.

Additional Requirements

Finalists should be prepared to provide official educational transcripts if selected for hire.

Applicants must provide names of 3 professional references that the hiring official can contact.

Campus

Health Sciences Center (HSC) – Albuquerque, NM

Department

CRTC Clinic Rsrch Data Management (099L)

Employment Type

Staff

Staff Type

Regular – Full‑Time

Status

Exempt

Pay

$3,844.53 – $5,399.33

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.

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.

Background Check Required

Yes

Eligible for Remote Work

Yes

Remote Work Details

Up to 1 day a week after probationary period ends.

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