Mgr,Clinical Trials Operations

Requisition ID
req36135

Working Title
Mgr,Clinical Trials Operations

Position Grade
15

Position Summary

This position, under indirect supervision, will be responsible for managing and overseeing the operations of research studies conducted within the Division of Neonatology, which include protocol administration, clinical coordination activities, and regulatory compliance oversight. This position also requires report preparation for funding agencies and relevant parties within UNM, training and mentoring coordinator staff, overseeing accuracy and progress toward goals, and participation in development and implementation of research support protocols.

The Neonatology Division will participate in several studies/trials and each study includes gathering detail information on very preterm and/or critically ill newborn infants, to include respiratory support, sepsis analysis, mortality outcomes and others. The Division also participates in a Network where trials are focused on the pediatric population. The position requires someone who is very detail oriented, is an independent worker and thinker as well as able to identify resources and learn quickly in new situations.

This position involves completion of duties in the following general areas, as well as other duties as needed for successful research protocol completion:

• Protocol Administration, including screening and recruitment of potential study candidates; overseeing and coordinating the research-related care and treatment of subjects; data collection, entry and editing in accordance with Neonatal Research Network and IdEA states protocols and requirements; coordinating services with other departments and agencies; and reporting of protocol deviations and adverse events.
• Clinical Coordination activities, such as serving as the liaison between investigators, clinical personnel, ancillary departments, research subjects, sponsoring organizations, and/or regulating bodies; educating staff regarding protocols; ensuring compliance with established research standards, applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedural requirements.
• Regulatory compliance requirements, such as preparing IRB approval documents; assessing operational, financial, and material requirements for studies; developing budgets and funding mechanisms as appropriate; assuring compliance with FDA and other study regulators' requirements.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• National certification from Association of Clinical Research Professionals or Society of Clinical Research Associates is required to oversee Phase III clinical trials.
• New Mexico licensure as a Registered Nurse may be a requirement for some positions in this classification.

Minimum Qualifications

Successful completion of at least 60 college-level credit hours; at least 7 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

• Previous experience coordinating research studies
• Previous experience with critically ill newborns
• Previous experience with education of health care providers
• Bilingual (Spanish speaking)

Additional Requirements

Campus
Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Department
Pediatrics Neonatology Division (997O)

Employment Type
Staff

Staff Type
Term - Full-Time

Term End Date
6/30/2027

Status
Exempt

Pay
Monthly: $5,844.80 - $8,366.80

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
3/30/2026

Eligible for Remote Work
No

Eligible for Remote Work Statement

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A complete application will consist of current resume, cover letter and reference. Please describe in your cover letter how you meet the preferred qualifications for the position. Include three references in your resume. The references must be professional references, preferably supervisors. Finalists should be prepared to provide official educational transcripts if selected for hire.

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