The University of New Mexico, Center on Alcohol, Substance use and Addictions (CASAA) Integrative Management of chronic Pain and Opioid use disorder for Whole Recovery (IMPOWR) Center is seeking a Research Coordinator.  In 2021, CASAA was one of four research centers nationally to be awarded the NIH HEAL Initiative: Integrative Management of Chronic Pain and Opioid Use Disorder (IMPOWR) grant.  The UNM CASAA IMPOWR Center takes an integrated and holistic approach to improving the lives of patients with chronic pain and opioid use disorder via tailored intervention approaches to meet the needs of diverse individuals in diverse communities.

Coordinates and administers a funded research study/activity or group of associated activities. Assists in project planning, and ensures that pre-established work scope, study protocol, and regulatory requirements are followed. Establishes and maintains budgets and fiscal controls for the project and assists in the development of grant proposals. Recruits and coordinates research subjects, as appropriate, and serves as principle administrative liaison for the project. Oversees and coordinates the provision of administrative and staff services to investigators; develops and maintains recordkeeping systems and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plans and coordinates the initiation of research study protocol, and the establishment of operating policies and procedures.
• Plans, implements, and maintains data collection and analysis systems in support of research protocol; may coordinate the collection and analysis of research data.
• Coordinates the procurement and disposition of research facilities and/or equipment; establishes and coordinates logistical arrangements for research subjects and outreach activities, as appropriate to the study.
• Recruits, instructs, and coordinates research subjects and/or volunteers, as appropriate to specific study objectives and work scope.
• Ensures the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of research and data collection activities; acts as the primary administrative point of contact for internal research staff and as the principle operational liaison for other research organizations, funding agencies and regulating bodies.
• Coordinates the day-to-day activities of technical support staff specifically engaged in the carrying out of research/clinical protocol, as appropriate to the position; may perform aspects of research protocol, as required, in accordance with specified program objectives.
• Provides administrative and fiscal support to investigators and research staff; establishes budgets and financial reporting procedures, and monitors and controls expenditure.
• Plans and coordinates the staffing of research studies, to include the recruitment and administration of research support staff, as appropriate to the activity.
• Assists in the development and writing of grant proposals and/or business plans for specific research projects.
  Oversees and coordinates the provision of support services to investigators and researchers.
• Monitors the progress of research activities; develops and maintains records of research activities, and prepares periodic and ad hoc reports, as required by investigators, administrators, funding agencies, and/or regulatory bodies.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• 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.
• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the US-UNM Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Bachelor's degree; at least 1 year 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:  

-Excellent communication skills
-Demonstrated experience with attention to detail, high level of organizational and coordination skills
-Willingness to support a diverse group of clinical and managerial staff and clinical community partners
-Ability to work effectively with a team of administrative and research staff
-Experience working in a related field serving diverse and challenging clients
-Ability to be flexible while staying professional and positive in a changing environment.

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