Research Scientist 1

Research Scientist 1

Working Title - Research Scientist 1

Position Grade - 11

Position Summary - See the Position Description for additional information.

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. 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.

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.

Campus - Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department - Geospatial and Population Studies (069D)

Employment Type - Staff

Staff Type - Term - Full-Time

Term End Date - one year from hire

Status - Exempt

Pay - $3,841.07 – $5,148.00 monthly depending on experience.

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 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 - 7/31/2026

Eligible for Remote Work - Yes

Eligible for Remote Work Statement - Work Environment: UNM-GPS offers a hybrid work environment with the opportunity to split time working in-office and at home depending on employee's performance and the needs of the department

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. Please submit a resume/UNMJobs application, cover letter, and three (3) professional references. A customized cover letter is required for this position. Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered for the position. Your letter should highlight how your previous professional or educational experiences relate to specific items listed within the preferred qualifications section. We are interested in learning about your unique perspective, your problem-solving approach, and your genuine interest in UNM-GPS's mission.

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.