Community-Based Research Specialist

Community-Based Resrch Splst

Requisition ID req30942 Working Title Community-Based Research Specialist Position Grade 11 Position Summary

The Substance Use Research and Education (SURE) Center at the University of New Mexico College of Pharmacy (Albuquerque, NM) is seeking a qualified candidate to join a dynamic and highly productive multi-disciplinary research team. The SURE Center conducts multiple clinical, translational, and community-based research studies focusing on the impact of substance use disorders on vulnerable populations. The SURE Center and partners at the UNM School of Medicine and at the Mind Research Network were awarded a large NIH grant to participate in the Healthy Brain and Child Development (HBCD) study - a national longitudinal study focusing on early childhood development in vulnerable and general populations. The HBCD Study with the SURE center is one of a dozen centers across the U.S. working to enroll and follow participating families from pregnancy through early childhood. The long-term goal of the HBCD study is to gain better understanding of how child development is affected by exposures to environmental and social experiences and conditions. (https://hbcdstudy.org/).

Under the direct supervision of the SURE Center's Research Scientist 3, the Community-Based Research Specialist manages and coordinates the on-site establishment and execution of research and associated administrative protocol within the defined parameters of a funded community-based research study; establishes and maintains community relationships; engages and recruits community participation; schedules, coordinates, and performs study-related procedures, including administration of structured questionnaires and collection of biological specimens; collects and prepares data and conducts a variety of standardized tests and analyses in accordance with detailed protocol and procedural specifications; participates as appropriate in the interpretation of field research data and in the publication and/or presentation of results. He/she/they will work closely with the study consultants, co-investigators, and laboratory personnel.

This position requires the ability to work flexible hours, as required by studies. Flexible hours include either early morning and/or late evening hours. Rotated weekend coverage of research activities is also required within a 40-hour work week.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Screen and determine eligibility of potential research subjects at clinics.

• Administer structured patient interviews.

• Collect, process, bank and catalog biological specimens according to established protocol as appropriate to the specific objectives of the research study.

• Travel to UNMH off-site clinics in Albuquerque, NM.

• Plan and organize day-to-day on-site research activities and resolve procedural and logistical problems as appropriate to the timely completion of research activities.

• Develop and/or contribute to the publication and/or presentation of results, and the development of grant proposals.

• Develop and maintain manual and electronic files and databases related to project activities and contribute to progress reports as appropriate.

• May lead, guide, and train staff/student employees, interns, and volunteers rotating in the laboratory.

• Maintain a broad knowledge of state-of-the-art research techniques.

• Establish and maintain community relationships through face to face, telephone and email contact; prepare and deliver project introductory and informational presentations to community members.

• See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree; at least 2 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior research experience with multi-faceted clinical studies.

• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary and deadline-oriented environment.

• Proficiency in oral and written Spanish.

• Prior experience in screening, recruiting and interviewing patients for a research study.

• Prior experience working with dynamic clinical teams.

• Training and prior experience in collecting and processing biological samples.

• Coordinating study visits in clinical studies.

• Experience with IRB/compliance and/or recordkeeping for quality assurance and quality control.

Additional Requirements Campus Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM Department COP Pharmacy Practice & Admin Scien (511A) Employment Type Staff Staff Type Term - Full-Time Term End Date 08/31/2025 Status Exempt Pay Monthly: $3,657.33 to $4,901.87 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 9/27/2024 Eligible for Remote Work No Eligible for Remote Work Statement 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 will include: 1.) Cover Letter; 2.) Resume; 3.) Online Application; 4.) Phone and email contact information for three professional references, preferably 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.