Research Scientist 1 - req# 28942 - University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM
About the Job
Research Scientist 1
Requisition ID | req28942 |
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Working Title | Research Scientist 1 |
Position Grade | 11 |
Position Summary | The Center for Healthcare Equity in Kidney Disease (CHEK-D)Research Scientist will provide a wide range of research tasks under multiple healthdisparities projects in patients with kidney disease. This position will beresponsible for related research activities and steady involvement in routinemeetings and summary reports. Due to the nature of the project goals, the idealcandidate will have the ability to communicate effectively in English andSpanish, both orally and in writing. The Research Scientist will work closelywith the Director and research team, including other external collaborators, tocontribute to the maintenance, oversight and success of the Center’s researchprojects. TERM APPOINTMENT; FUNDING AVAILABLE THROUGH 01/31/25; CONTINUANCEBEYOND THAT DATE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY OF ADDITIONAL FUNDING. To be considered for an interview, in addition to a resume, pleaseupload a cover letter detailing how previous work experience and training haveprepared you for the specific duties and responsibilities of this positiondescribed above. Without a cover letter you will not be considered for thisposition. |
Conditions of Employment |
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Minimum Qualifications | Bachelor's degree; no previous experience required. 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 | ·Ability to speak Spanish and English fluently. ·Strong attention to detail for data collection. ·Ability to develop and follow research protocols. ·Knowledge of scientific research principles, practices, and protocols. ·Ability to design, organize, and coordinate scientific research projects. ·Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce research procedures. |
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Campus | Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM |
Department | CHEKD (340C2) |
Employment Type | Staff |
Staff Type | Term - Full-Time |
Term End Date | 01/31/2025 |
Status | Exempt |
Pay | Monthly: $3,354.00 - $4,660.93 |
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 | 4/2/2024 |
Eligible for Remote Work | No |
Eligible for Remote Work Statement | |
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 complete the official application; making sure to include all prior work experience and average hours worked per week. Attach your Current Resume; listing three former or current Supervisor References. Attach your Cover Letter that details how your experience matches the position as described above; including any Preferred Qualifications. |
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. | |