Research Assistant/Staff - PREP Scholars - req# 27690 - University of New Mexico

Albuquerque, NM 87131

About the Job

Research Assistant/Staff

Requisition ID	req27690
Working Title	Research Assistant/Staff - PREP Scholars
Position Grade	06
Position Summary	This staff position is associated with the UNM Post-baccalaureate Research and Education Programs (PREP and Cancer-PREP), thus only those individuals applying to PREP should file an application. See the PREP websites for more details (https://prep.unm.edu and https://unmhealth.org/cancer/career/training-education/cancer-prep.html ) Successful applicants for this position will be supported for a one or two-year non-renewable term subject to satisfactory performance in the program. Provides technical assistance, as assigned, in the collection, processing, and coordination of data, samples, and/or specimens for a specified research study or group of studies. Works within established research protocol and under specific instructions as to method, process, and technique to perform or assist with routine tests, experiments, and/or procedures relevant to the field of study. Under general supervision, performs standardized and/or prescribed data collection and analytical procedures for a specified life sciences field research study. Collects and prepares data, biological samples, and/or specimens, and conducts a variety of standardized tests and/or 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. Please refer to the application instructions for a list of all necessary items to submit a complete application portfolio. See the Position Description for additional information. See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment
Minimum Qualifications	High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities which may include practicum. 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	Demonstrate a commitment to pursuing a Ph.D. or career in a biomedical science or cancer research field. Be a recipient of a Bachelors degree in a relevant field.
Additional Requirements	Provide at least three (3) professional or academic letters of reference. The letters should address how participation in PREP will help the applicant achieve the stated career goals. At least two of the letters of reference should be from previous supervisors or class instructors and this should be explicitly stated in the letter.
Campus	Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department	AS Biology General Administrative (048F)
Employment Type	Staff
Staff Type	Term - Full-Time
Term End Date	One year from date of hire with renewal contigent upon performance
Status	Non-Exempt
Pay	Hourly: $15.60
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	Temporary and on-call employees working an appointment percentage of 26 (.26 FTE) or greater, per quarter, will be eligible to earn retirement service credits and thus are required to make New Mexico Educational Retirement Board (NMERB) contributions. More information pertaining to your FTE and NMERB contributions can be reviewed on the NMERB Guidelines Clarified webpage.
Background Check Required	Yes
For Best Consideration Date	4/15/2024
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. Please make sure that you include All of the following items in your application. Omitted or missing items it will be considered an incomplete application. 1. Current CV/Resume. 2. A cover letter indicating how you meet the eligibility criteria, in particular, please address a) how you self-identify in an underrepresented group, b) why you require an additional year of training before entering graduate/professional school, and c) how you address other eligibility requirements. Please upload this to the cover letter section. 3. A Statement of Future Career Goals, and how this training program will assist you in attaining those goals. Applicants whose primary interests are attending Medical School or Pharmacy School will be disqualified unless their interests are in Cancer Biology. 4. PREP offers biomedical research opportunities across a variety of disciplines including (but not limited to):a.Brain and Behavioral Neurosciences/Psychologyb.Biochemistry and Biochemical Engineeringc.Biological Modeling and Statisticsd.Cancer Biologye.Cell Biology and Physiology f.Community-Based/Health Disparitiesg.Comparative Organismal Biologyh.Environmental Toxicology and Pharmacologyi.Geneticsj.Infectious Disease, Immunity and Comparative Immunology Please provide a brief Research Statement indicating your research interests, including the top two - three research areas you are interested in experiencing and why. Please also indicate three potential mentors whose research overlaps with your interests. Please upload this in the Other section. Arrange to have Official Transcripts of ALL college-level coursework sent to the PREP hiring manager. Make sure that your transcripts show your earned degree; if it does not please make sure that you have a letter from your institution saying that you have met the requirements for graduation. Please have the Official transcripts sent to: PREP c/o Michelle Wingo, UNM - Biology Department Castetter Hall 219 Yale Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001.
*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.

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